The Follies of Youth [EVENT]

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Hideo
he/him
15
October 18th
slateport
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Gym Leader
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The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON Apr 18, 2021 19:28:48 GMT
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His own introduction out of the way, Hideo quietly let everyone else make their own introductions. got his attention first, also being from Slateport. Seemed like a guy of few words - which was fine.

Next was . It was good someone here brought psychic Pokemon; Hideo had neglected to bring any with him on this trip. Though only a couple of them were fully trained to take care of them; his Beheeyem would’ve been a bit slow, and his Hatterene...she wouldn’t be very happy seeing a couple people here. “I’m sure it’ll be great!” Hideo added, “Been a long while since I got to do something like this.

Last time he went outside a city like this was his sorta-kidnapping courtesy of . But he wasn’t going to bring it up in front of everyone.

As Andy went on his little speech, Pom glanced over at , then back at Hideo - and patted him on the head. Hideo didn’t quite catch on that Pom was making fun of him for being the shortest here, just trying to focus on what Andy was saying.

Though that got a little hard when something handed him a packet of something. He just pocketed it for now.

A moment after he heard Andy finish his speech, he realized it was time to divvy up car spots. And Hideo knew exactly what seat he wanted. “Shot-” Andy was faster on the trigger there. “-dangit. Well, I can take any other seat I guess.

Pom tugged on his hand, guiding Hideo along to the car and raising his hand onto the back...letting him notice it was a bed instead of a backseat. He’d suppose everyone could fit, but…

Is there gonna be enough space for me to sit in the front too?” Hideo asked Doug. “I can put Pom back in her ball, so I won’t take that much space.” He didn’t want to sit in the back.




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duke
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twenty
september 10
Enju, Johto
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The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON Apr 20, 2021 5:37:33 GMT
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“I wouldn’t mind riding in the back, it’s rather nice out,” he remarked. He didn’t mind going anywhere on the seating arrangements, as long as everyone managed to fit into the truck—both back and front of it.

…that also reminded him he didn’t have a driver’s license of his own, but only because he didn’t see the need for one. At least, not yet anyway.

With the quick headcount, he was confident that they were more than sufficient to take on any threat.

Healers, tanks, DPS… okay are we missing something… he thought as he went over the ‘essentials’ of a party in his head.

Cutting a furrowed brow deep in thought, he wanted to ask about who had what and if they had enough of everything—

And made up his mind that it would be for the best anyway.

“Okay, just to be on the safe side before we head out. We’ve all got everything covered, right? Healers, support, tanks, damage-dealers?” he rattled off, going by what probably was the most inaccurate list of party members in his head.

Walking over to where his Golurk was now literally swarmed on by Wingull and Tailow, all it took was one singular knock for the Flying-types to scatter, before he recalled the Golurk back into its Pokéball.


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rosie
she / her
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October 14
Vermilion City, Kanto
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The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON Apr 22, 2021 5:41:35 GMT
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When was the last time she'd sat in a vehicle? Surrounded by a cheery atmosphere as she recounts the many surprises of her day? The little lectures she receives for going off on adventures without telling anyone, the small treats she sneaks the Luxio as the two hide from the prying eyes of adults.
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She's caught up in the way looks at her, gingerly reaching out to match his fist bump. "Mhmm, nice to meetcha!" And though she has no confirmation, she's somehow certain of the vibes he gives off, reassured by the way he speaks as she allows herself a small chance to let loose - They both can sense the other's scars but now isn't the right time to be bringing such things up.
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However, she doesn't linger on the matter for long, her instincts telling her to shy away as lets out a sigh. Was she… supposed to receive some sort of hidden message? Or had she accidentally triggered him by asking him to drop the honourifics? She isn't quite sure so she merely nods to acknowledge the change he's made, looking to Reiner for help only to receive a grunt in response.
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While the idea of sitting in front seems much safer (and somewhat cooler), the promise of a fresh breeze and unhindered vision seems much more appealing. Ignoring the disapproving glares the Luxray gives her, Eris is much more interested in where might sit - He probably wants a comfortable seat with seatbelts, so she's alone in the back with the older kids huh…
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Shrugging any signs of disappointment off her features, Eris whistles for Reiner to follow up, her hands clasping onto the edges of the truck as her buddy hops on before her. But he's slow to offer assistance, merely snickering as she struggles to heave herself onto the vehicle.
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"Mean."
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The Saint of Slateport
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November 23
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The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON Apr 23, 2021 5:03:23 GMT
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[attr="class","rolling-thread"][attr="class,"faction"]Ruby gave a slight nod towards as he spoke to her, enjoying just how friendly he seemed to be. And yet, there were only more mysteries to be unlocked. Was the young kid actually the one in charge? In what world did this make sense? And what exactly did he think, this actual child, would accomplish by lying to the League? It was beyond obvious this kid didn't trust the government... For adults, she understood it. But children now too? What was up with this nonsense? Was there something she didn't know about going on behind the scenes?[break][break]

Were they really out here hunting for Legendary Pokemon? It seemed absurd to just, get a bunch of people together and go looking. Then again... Ruby's own thoughts drift to her own research and she slowly shakes her head. Whatever worked, she supposed. Hopefully, this would be fun, and they didn't actually find anything that wanted to kill them left behind from the war...[break][break]

Just in case, as everyone else climbed aboard the truck, Ruby sent out her Togekiss once again. Fluffing itself up and looking around, Amor's eyes widely scanned the environment as it held itself upright. He was the hardest working pokemon she knew, despite the poisonous pain he still clearly suffered from. She'd have to really give him a proper bath later, brushing back his feathers and treating him right.[break][break]

"Hey big guy, can you fly overhead for us? I need your eyes in the sky again today. Keep us safe too, alright?" Amor nodded their head, focused on the woods around them already as he took off into the sky. His aura-sensing capabilities thanks to his corruption would certainly sense any Ultra Beasts that remained after the war.[break][break]

With a gentle sigh, Ruby finally walks over towards the vehicle, admittedly only now overhearing what was saying. Healers, Tanks... Was life a video game to him? It made sense conceptually for this adventure, but it still felt wild to really think about. Especially considering her last video game adventure... ended up being hacked pretty hardcore. Regardless, Ruby would give a soft chuckle as she spoke. "We do now. The scout." And with that, she'd simply point upwards at Amor, flying overhead and already scanning the forest around. He was instrumental during the war detecting Pheremosa before they struck, hopefully, he'd be just as handy now.[break][break]

Climbing over to the truck, Ruby would just hop straight into the back, hoisting her backpack up a little bit. She had to admit, the car might have been old, but that was exactly her style. Who cared if the ride was slow, or bumpy? They were out exploring, the charm was part of the fun. "So, where are we going first? Any place in particular? Or just, you know, going where the wind blows I suppose?"

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notes Ruby sends out Amor, the Shadow Togekiss to keep an eye out with its aura-sensing capabilities!

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Dr. Doug
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20 (40)
March 3
Viridian City, Kanto
It just works
Lt. Colonel, Medical Corps
AQUA Initiative
Dreaming
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5' 11" (181 cm) / 180 lbs (82 kg) height
5' 11" (181 cm) / 180 lbs (82 kg) height
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The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON Apr 23, 2021 13:01:56 GMT
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Doug grinned at as they fist-bumped, resisting the urge to ruffle her hair as he would 's.

called shotgun, and Hideo attempted to as well just a short step behind him. Doug simply laughed, channeling his previous urge into ruffling Hideo's hair some more.

"There's enough room for both of ya at the front- heck, with how small ya two are, there's room for another one, too." He said with a chuckle as he turned for the truck, swinging the door open before half-climbing inside, struggling with the back-window for a moment before sliding it wide open.

"Gotta make sure everyone can chatter with everyone first, though. Arashi IS right- weather's great! Can't blame y'all if ya wanna ride out in the back!" He said as he stepped back, patting his hands with a pleased smile before noticing a shadow sweep by from above them, his gaze snapping up towards 's Togekiss.

"Nice thinkin'!" He commended as he turned his gaze to the girl, before producing a net ball from... somewhere with a little sleigh of hand, grinning. "Let me know if he ever needs any help, eh? Got a fella 'ere that's a pretty good radar."

When spoke once more, he left Doug somewhat bemused, his smiling countenance belying his lack of understanding as to what the other was talking about.

"Uh... I think so? M'pokemon can deal damage and support." He said, tilting his head, glancing at Andy in a desperate need for context.

Tanks, though? He had already said it, he couldn't just take one of those without being questioned!

Yes, the joke is that Doug has never played a video game much less an MMO, why do you ask?

"Uh... Anyway! Let's get to it, everyone!" Doug said as he jumped onto the driver's seat, tugging the seat belt on with a click.

With a twist of the keys, the engine roared to life- well, roar was a very generous word, but it certainly sounded healthy, if nothing else.

"Our Mechanic is a wonder o' the world." Doug said as he pressed his cheek giddily to the wheel, grinning wide.

Once everyone had climbed on and taken their position... they were off!




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Little Bastard
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Fourteen
June 6th
Wyndon, Galar
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Andy Blackadder
The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON Apr 24, 2021 0:13:57 GMT
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It seemed shotgun was just as much a hotly contested position as he recalled from his childhood. Although being chauffeured most places meant he was always stuck in the back, the seating arrangements were far more comfortable than a truck bed. That being said, it wasn't as if he was expecting much out of this truck seat. It was probably all brittle vinyl and rigid springs.
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''Sorry Hideo,'' he was getting in the habit of apologizing to the blind boy quite a bit. ''I need to be in the front to guide Doug along. Every driver needs a navigator.'' As he spoke his white gengar seemed to fade and demilitarize into a smoke, which swam around the Galarian before it disappeared into the folds of his clothes, the darkness of his shadow, entirely.
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At least one present should have been familiar with Epitaph's method of travel.
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''Mate...'' was shot an incredulous look at his question. While Andy found the comparison of such 'positions' to real life ridiculous, he had to bite his tongue, a feat rarely even attempted. But he needed every warm body and every pair of eyes, and Hideo's good company, he supposed. When offered up her togekiss to scout, the boy arched an eyebrow.
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''You sure that thing's alright? Looks a little off.'' Having never witnessed a shadow pokemon before, something seemed a little amiss, perhaps even foreboding. Then again, Epitaph was an odd looking gengar and yet no one had questioned his appearance. Turning his attention to Ruby's query, he reached around his form to produce a map from his backpack.
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''We're starting at an old hiking trail in the middle of nowhere.'' It was brandished still folded, as if she could glean the location from his assurance alone. ''Provided it wasn't wiped away during the Three Days War.'' Turning and continuing towards the truck, map in hand, he swung a rickety door open with a whiny creak from the vehcile and halted for Hideo to climb in first.
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''Let us away. Captain, if you would be so kind.'' Once inside and under way, the map would be unfolded across the rough dash, cracked after years of baking in the sun. A bony finger was thrust upon it. ''Where here at the east gate.'' The finger then slid across the paper. ''We turn left onto this dirt road here, and then again once we get to the trail.'' Both were pointed out.
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Hideo
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October 18th
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The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON Apr 24, 2021 20:02:51 GMT
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Deprived of the best seat in the car. Just like how it was with his family. “Yeah, I get it,” Hideo said with a sigh as his hair was further ruffled. At least he’d get a spot in the front anyways, even if it could get a little tight.

He was initially baffled by ’s terminology. He had to think back to the times he heard his sister mentioning those when playing games. “I...uh, got a mix of everything? My Aggron’s great at taking hits, and my Ribombee is great at support stuff. Pom and my Lycanroc are more for getting the hits in, though Rocky’s really good at tracking stuff.” No doubt that would be helpful on a Pokemon hunt.

He was a little curious what Andy meant by ’s Togekiss looking “a little off”, but there wasn’t much he could find out on his own without touching it. It didn’t immediately sound off, so maybe it just had a weird coloration or something.

Once the car door was opened, Hideo waited for someone to tell him to go in...only to get none. It wasn’t until Pom guided him towards the door that he realized he’d be the first to enter. Getting in wouldn’t prove very difficult, especially with Pom pretty much pushing him into a seat.

Hideo got her ball ready, prepared to help save some space, but heard Pom make her way onto the back of the car. Guess she wanted to enjoy the ride too. “Don’t cause any trouble back there, Pom!” Hideo ordered, intending to be heard through the door.

Only to feel one of Pom’s tail-hands ruffle his hair through what he’d assumed was the rear windshield. He had to reach over to notice there was a space instead of glass. Guess it made sense to talk to people in the back, but wasn’t that a little risky?

Either way, he’d settle in his seat, waiting for everyone else to take their spots and get ready for the drive. Pom would take a seat as well, but only after helping pull up onto the back - she seemed to be struggling, so why not lend a (tail-)hand?


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duke
he / him / his
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september 10
Enju, Johto
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Arashi Akiyama
The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON Apr 29, 2021 19:37:02 GMT
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He’d leave the battle of the front seat to the other kids, and was perfectly fine hefting himself aboard the backside of the vehicle.

Never mind if the weather was slightly uncomfortable, it would only be a minor setback seeing as they had a designated driver ready to take them to where they were going to start searching.

“If anyone needs help getting on board here at the back, just holler,” he said as he sat himself on the side closest to where the driver’s seat was up front.

He didn’t know how long or how short the trip was going to be, but he’d decided to help out whoever needed helping into the back of the truck before they eventually set off.

Ah, maybe he was wrong about the weather after all.

It was real nice out.


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The Saint of Slateport
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November 23
Outside Ballonlea
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320 height
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The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON Apr 30, 2021 3:04:42 GMT
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[attr="class","rolling-thread"][attr="class,"faction"]Ruby had just settled in for the long haul when spoke up, saying to let him know if Amor ever needed help. A radar, huh? There was only one pokemon she knew who was practically a genuine radar and that was Orbeetle. Certainly a fairly useful pokemon all things considered, but not large enough typically to be a good mount. Regardless, she quickly nodded in response, acknowledging his offer.[break][break]

And then asked about Amor, and Ruby shifted a little bit where she sat. "Yeah, he's alright. He got injured in the days leading up to the war by ah... Well, you know, the jellyfish-like beasts." She paused, idly rubbing Grace's Pokeball as she thought about her telepathy. "My telepathic pokemon tell me that Amor says they are fine, just a bit of pain that won't go away. Even still, they'd refuse to just sit back and rest, they're a really hard-working Pokemon. They'd get upset if they missed out on the fun." Of course, that said nothing for the poisonous corruption slowly eating away at him... But everyone didn't need to know about his hurt so personally.[break][break]

Of course, Ruby pays close attention to where they were said to be going. An old hiking trail? She had walked many such trails through Hoenn during her time here, but the more abandoned ones always seemed to be more risky and dangerous these days. Then again, walking alone through the woods outside Ballonlea at home was dangerous as well, so it wasn't an entirely new concern. Fairy-type Pokemon didn't always have the best of intentions. Especially Shiinotic... Shaking her head away from her thoughts, Ruby simply nodded her head. [break][break]

Settling into the back, Ruby tried her best to get comfortable. Slumping against the metal bed of the truck, she finally let out a long sigh. Traveling on pokemon was nice, but she had forgotten just how nice it was to just zone out in the back of a vehicle. A lot less worrying about holding on and more just enjoying the clouds go by. [break][break]

"So," Ruby would speak up to anyone else currently in the back of the truck. Or at least, anyone who could actually hear her anyways. "Anything you guys are hoping we find? Just something interesting? Gotta be something specific on everyone's minds, at least a little bit."
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Dr. Doug
He/Him
20 (40)
March 3
Viridian City, Kanto
It just works
Lt. Colonel, Medical Corps
AQUA Initiative
Dreaming
of our future
5' 11" (181 cm) / 180 lbs (82 kg) height
5' 11" (181 cm) / 180 lbs (82 kg) height
You're being healed. Please do not resist.
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John Sullivan
The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON Apr 30, 2021 12:24:44 GMT
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[player]https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/793627575091593227/837660302710538280/Grateful_Dead_-_Truckin39.mp3[/player]The youth drummed his fingers atop the wheel as he waited for everyone else to board the truck, humming and bobbing his head to the music on the radio.

As climbed up, Doug casually leaned over and fit the youth's seat belt, ruffling his hair for good measure.

"Not too tight? Awright then! Everyone else aboard? Thanks for the service, mate!" Doug said as he swung his arm atop the benched seat's headrest, looking out to the other three and grinning at . "Everybody comfortable?"

He would rather have had in front as well, given what could happen to anyone in the back should something go wrong.

Just meant he would have to be on his best driving behavior. With that in mind...

He stared at Pom dead in the eye.



"Pom. Best behavior. Understood?" He said, expression blank and eyes wide. Then he broke into a cheerful smile, turning his gaze upfront at 's polite command. "Aye Aye!"

Hand fleeting over the emergency break, loosening it before grasping the gear stick. The truck lurched forward as the emergency break was loosened, then began moving as the youth's foot came to press against the gas.

They were on their way!

The truck occasionally rattled when particularly uneven terrain or road came about, but it was otherwise a surprisingly smooth driving experience. The mechanic really had done some work on the old thing. Doug was glad she loved the thing as much as he did!

"I'm just hopin' for a good time!" Doug said at 's questions, a soft laugh leaving his throat. "If we find anythin', it'll make for quite the story! Even if we don't tho, I don't think I'll regret comin'!"
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rosie
she / her
14
October 14
Vermilion City, Kanto
unknown
demolition expert
Civilian
But I still believe, someday this lie will set me free
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Eris Halla
The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON May 1, 2021 8:45:01 GMT
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What would the world be like if she had simply allowed herself to rot away in some dark room? Never being able to see the glassy skies or feel the heat of sunlight kiss her skin; If she had simply locked herself up from the end of all she had once known, there would be many moments like this that would slip right through her fingers.
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She recognises Amor for the oddity he may be, careful to suppress any twitches or emotions as she listens to the discussions between the rest. With the presence of a shadow pokemon, 's clearly associated in some way… But Eris shelves the thought for now. She can report that to the others when she gets back.
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Thanking Pom for her timely assistance, Eris makes sure to sit herself down before the truck begins moving, hovering close to Reiner as he instinctively wraps his tail around her waist. "I just wanted to get out and meet new people." Her answer seems rather frank, peppered with uncertainty as she glances at the two teens seated in the back. She isn't quite sure how 's brain works with regards to life terminology but she figures it can't hurt to add those to her dictionary.
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"Don't really live in a neighbourhood with others around my age and all…"



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Sovetskii Soryuz

Little Bastard
He/Him
Fourteen
June 6th
Wyndon, Galar
Homosexual
Trainer
Ace Trainer
Gonna dig this hole until I fall in. Until there is no end. Until there is no anything.
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Andy Blackadder
The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON May 1, 2021 15:12:18 GMT
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Underway, the truck was a far cry from most of the automobiles he had ridden in. While it was far less bouncy and creaky than expected, such 'bothers' were still present. Even if it was better than he feared, the comfort of the ride couldn't hold a candle to the smooth elegance of a Galarian luxury vehicle. A long look was fired at Ruby after her question, the would be silence filled by the answers of others.
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''Mauville attracts a lot of power,'' he started vaguely. ''And who knows what's left over after the invasion. I'm sure we'll find something any trainer would love to have in their arsenal.'' Of course his own quest was mostly for answers. Alas, he wasn't certain that even Hideo and Doug would have completely accepted his seeking of Giratina.
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Until the lot reached their destination he could only 'enjoy' the ride. Despite being crammed in the front with the mountain of a man Doug was growing into, Hideo and he were small enough that it didn't feel so tightly packed. As the truck reached the bike trail, the ride got much more turbulent. Not oft traveled since the war, and not intended for a full size combustion vehicle, the tires mostly traversed wilderness.
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''Can't see how any wanker would enjoy offroading.'' With one hand clutching the cracked dash, and another wrapped firmly around the colloquially known 'oh shit' handle, Doug would doubtless be creeping along to avoid spilling the rear passengers. The trail was a muddy path that could more or less be centered under the truck, the rest of their 'road' was all grass, rocks and shrubs.
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Eventually the forest would tighten around them, large tree trunks moving closer the closer to the trail that it was looking less and less likely the old rust bucket would be allowed further. They would have no choice to stop and disembark. The homeless looking codger who said he had been a guide 'back in the day' hadn't lied. The trail really did end.
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''Well, I doubt we'll have worry about anyone stealing this shitwagon while we're gone,'' he said as he swung the door ajar, brushing aside at least waist high underbrush. Wading out into it, he waited for Hideo to climb out behind him before shutting the door and looking around at the forest. The tree trunks were thick enough that he surmised the fire from the war hadn't crept this deep in.
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Aside from a slight breeze whispering through the lumber, and their own human racket, not a sound met their ears. Not the distant cries of bug, or flying type pokemon, nor the hum of traffic from some distant highway. It was eerily silent. Though given his own high-class and insulated camping experience, Andy didn't really notice.
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''Well,'' he started once everyone had gathered up. ''I think it would be ideal if we spread out a bit to cover the most ground, but close enough to both communicate and keep each other in eye shot.'' The last thing he needed was the League grilling him for someone getting lost in the woods. Folding his map, a smokey tendril crept from the folds of his clothing to slide it from his hand and tuck it into his backpack.
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''We have aerial watch, so it shouldn't be too much of a bother,'' a glance was given to the togekiss. ''I trust that despite its pain, he can navigate the canopy well enough? Flying above it may obscure its vision to well... anything.'' Pulling a shiny rotom pokedex out of his pocket, the poke-powered item came to life, a familiar face filling the screen.
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''Hello Blackadder, Edmund, the Seventh!'' The boy's face creased in annoyance. ''I told you just Andy. Don't use my fucking trueform name,'' he hissed. ''Oh! Togekiss, and ambipom!'' While normally the Galarian just used a phone app for his pokemon identifying needs, he wanted something a little more advanced for this outing. ''Aye. We know our own pokemon, Buzzer. We're looking for rare and unusual examples.''
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''The togekiss is unus-ah!'' Andy shook the dex for a moment. ''That's not what I mean, smart ass!'' The eyes of the face in the screen spun like googly eyes for a moment. ''Just keep a lookout for anything else.'' Letting his dex equipped hand fall by his side, he looked up to the group. ''Ahem. Anyway, lets get to hiking then, yeah?''
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As the lot would wade into the woods, the thick canopy overhead dampened the light of the day. The underbrush thinned because of this, with only a shrub, fern, or patch of poison ivy. Although just as before, the sound of wildlife didn't echo through the trees as one might expect. Buzzer wasn't calling the sighting of any unaffiliated pokemon.
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Of course, the keen eyed among the group may notice curious indentations within the ground as they got further in. Faded through having to endure some days of weather and wear, but still distinctly belonging to a large creature, or perhaps two, as the footfalls made a different shape despite following the same direction. While the tracks wander ponderously, there is a trail that can be followed.
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[Using the roll command, please spot the tracks on the ground. A result of 60 or above will have the character notice them. There are plenty of tracks over the area, so more than one section can be seen at once. A result of 80 or above will tell the successfully character that these footprints have been present for a week or more by depth and degradation if you think it fits your character.]



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duke
he / him / his
twenty
september 10
Enju, Johto
asexual
errand boy
civilian
(눈‸눈)
108 height
108 height
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Arashi Akiyama
The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON May 1, 2021 15:31:10 GMT
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The ride was uneventful, on the most part.

The moment it got bumpy though, he felt like his soul was going to get ejected out of his body—holy crap this vehicle wasn’t suited for off-roading at all!

He could feel every single bump jarring his position, but did his best not to hit his left leg or his right arm against the truck in the process. Blinking a few moments, he closed his eyes to stop the world from spinning around him as the truck continued on its off-road dance.

Eventually, the overwhelmingly earthy scent of nature assailed his nostrils, and he finally opened his eyes. Huh. Okay, they were in a forest—nothing too bad now, right?

He then leapt down and out of the side of the truck, scoring a three-point landing on the ground before pulling himself up. Thankfully the creaking of his prosthetic leg was missed as he was straightening his jeans.

“Buddy system?” he offered. “Better to stick relatively close to someone else just in case shit happens if we’re jumped on alone?”

Did it sound like he was speaking from experience?

maybe.

A quick flick of the wrist later, his Salazzle, Luxu appeared, scenting the air with a forked tongue.

“Lu,” he began, “See if you can find anything.”

With a nod, the Salazzle slunk down to all fours and began scenting the ground.



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myriascope

rosie
she / her
14
October 14
Vermilion City, Kanto
unknown
demolition expert
Civilian
But I still believe, someday this lie will set me free
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Eris Halla
The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON May 1, 2021 15:37:53 GMT
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The further the road goes on, the more Eris finds herself thanking Reiner for his wise decision of serving as a makeshift seatbelt. There are times where she'd find herself almost levitating off the floor, subjected to the pull of gravity as she bounces up and down - For some people, it may be the most horrific experience and yet, this child holds close to no fear in her heart, cheering gleefully each time they go over a bump.
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Soon enough, fresh breezes turn to earth and petrichor: A strangely addictive smell that she rarely encounters on the Rocket sub and one that fills her with much curiosity for the world that lies ahead. Reiner is the first to descend, loosening his grip on her as he swiftly leaps off the truck. Then, he pauses, looking back up to her as she squints at the distance between her and solid ground - Rocky solid ground, to be exact. Though jumps of this height aren't the worst, she's careful in her landing, two feet kept shoulder-width apart as she almost stumbles right into the Luxray. After all, having any twisted ankles could really dampen the mood for the rest of her trip.
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She chews on the suggestion of a Buddy system, trying her best not to read into the specificity of its description. People have their own set of experiences and traumas, who is she to judge? Instead, she gingerly clambers onto Reiner's back, holding tight to his mane as he slinks into the foliage.
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What exactly are they looking out for? Tracks, traces of any pokemon activity or even rare materials. What exactly should they be looking out for? Given how she's just met these people, Eris isn't quite ready to derive any ulterior motives from the other kids.
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And what do they find? A strange set of tracks on the ground, one that doesn't seem to fit the tracks of any woodland pokemon she knows. Stepping closer, Reiner bends down to take a sniff, shaking his head as he looks back towards Eris.
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"Hey guys! Over here!" She understands his intentions almost immediately, raising her voice towards the direction whence she came from and waiting for any responses. This isn't something they should mess with alone, or so Reiner's determined, warily pacing around the area as they look for more clues.
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Hideo
he/him
15
October 18th
slateport
undecided
Gym Leader
Ace Trainer
smol height
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Hideo Kino
The Follies of Youth [EVENT]
POSTED ON May 2, 2021 1:09:34 GMT
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Pom looked Doug straight back in the eyes, shooting him a shit-eating grin. She didn’t intend to cause any trouble on this drive - she learned her lesson after that Rapidash incident - but it’d be a lie to say she wasn’t tempted to do something now.

For everyone’s benefit, she didn’t. She’d just keep her butt in her seat, keeping an eye on Hideo. Hideo himself just patiently sat in his seat, listening to the creaks over Andy’s directions, thankful his seatbelt kept him from bouncing too high once they hit the bumpy part of the ride. He did hear ’s question, but he didn’t want to shout over Andy - it’d be a problem if Doug went the wrong way because of him.

Hideo knew the ride was over once the car stopped and he heard Andy get out. Hideo unbuckled himself, awkwardly crawling his way towards the same door. By the time he got close, Pom was already waiting for him, helping him get out and onto the ground safely.

Though Hideo couldn’t take in the sights, he could appreciate the calm silence. It was always nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of the cities, to just listen to the sounds of nature. It wasn’t something he got to do often, especially now.

Hideo quietly listened to explain the general plan - and noted something else speaking. And saying...Andy’s real name. “Didn’t know you were an Edmund,” Hideo said, holding back his snickering, but unable to hide his grin.

And with that, it was time to search. Hideo didn’t really know where to look first, and he was fairly certain nobody really wanted him to walk too far away from them; even if attempted unintentionally, it’d be a lot harder to get separated from a group than, say, a distracted mentor.

So for the most part, he’d just stick around - who he was certain would probably be keeping the closest eye on him. Only once mentioned she had a lead would Hideo and Pom break away, approaching the steps. Pom noticed the footprints before they got too close, stopping Hideo before he stepped in any of them.

Alright, I think it’s time for Rocky to come out,” Hideo said, procuring Pom’s Pokeball. Pom nodded, waving goodbye to the group as she was drawn back in. She was quickly replaced by Hideo’s Lycanroc Dusk, Rocky.

I’m gonna try to have Rocky find a scent,” Hideo said. His Lycanroc nodded, going low as he sniffed away at the footprints, his nose glowing from his Odor Sleuth as he tried to find a scent.

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