After scurrying through the Petalburg Woods, Shinobu was fiercely hungry. He had started his journey with a raenous appetite, but after making his way from his home in the forest and into the bustling city, Shinobu was right starving. He had left the confines of his estate hoping to find a proper cookbook in the Rustboro Library. Trying not to let his appetite show, Shinobu cooly meandered into the library, looking for a particular cookbook. The book was called, "Milcery's Sweatshop." An eponomyous name no doubt, but it had the best recipes for sweet treats. With the winter months coming, it was best for Mr. Mime back home at the estate to begin practicing his baking now while the goods were in season. Once winter came it would be all preserved jellies and nuts, not nearly as appetizing. Shinobu's stomach was rumbling as he entered the library. 

Heading over to where the cook books were found, Shinobu noticed a young lady reading with her Calyrex in the library. It was quite a sweet treat to see such loving care being taken to Pokemon. Shinobu's heart was warmed by the sight and he paused for a moment to take in the scenery. The library was well lit with sun roofs and there were all sorts of different books lined up in shelves around Elise. She looked like royalty with her Pokemon, and Shinobu found himself staring for just a second longer than what might have been considered a passing glance. He caught the girls attention and as her eyes met his own green eyes, Shinobu waved politely. 

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Before he sat in the chair, Shinobu thought it was kind of the woman to let her Pokemon freely sit on her lap. Shinobu was a friend to Pokemon, but he didn't have any that liked to sit on his lap. The closest was Jean, who would nestle on his shoulder to light his hair on fire. All of Shinobu's Pokemon were spitfires like that. The novice trainer pulled his poke ball from the utility pouch on his waist and released Jean.
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Jean was a small Cyndaquil, no bigger than two hands. She weighed about ten pounds though, she was big boned. Jean had large, blue eyes, and a long snout. She was an utterly cute Pokemon, until she lit her flames up in outrage. Jean had quite a temper and generally didn't get along with other humans. Shinobu was her only man, and the Cyndaquil made sure to let everyone know it.
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When Shinobu released Jean from her PokeBall she was startled awake. She had felt Shinobu shake her ball, but she wasn't quite ready for a surprise visit by Elise. Jean stretched carelessly, then as she opened her eyes and looked around she was lit up with fury. She couldn't believe Shinobu had the nerve to release her around another human. Jean lit her fire on her back in anger and started gently releasing a smoke screen in the room.
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Not expecting Jean to react so violently, though he was thankful she didn't light the place up in flames, Shinobu pulled a handkerchief from his pocket and handed it to Elise. "To breathe into." Shinobu waved the smoke away from Elise."Pardon me miss, I didn't expect my Pokemon to be so mad. I'm trying to get her adjusted to people." Shinobu held his hand out for the woman to shake. He was wearing a white leather glove, designed to optimize his grip when throwing poke balls. "My name is Shinobu Awai. I come from Petalburg, excuse me." Shinobu stepped over to the wall near where Elise was sitting and reached up toward the window. Stretching his long, slender body up to the window, Shinobu opened it to help alleviate the gas that was still filling the room.
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With the window open, Shinobu stepped closer to his Pokemon and bent down. From his utility belt, he pulled out a few treats and then left them on the floor next to his Cyndaquil. Jean immediately started eating and the gass she was exuding relented. "Gotta know how to teach em." Shinobu said to Elise, who had yet to introduce herself, and he gave her a warm smile. "This is Jean. I named her after my favorite kind of pants." Shinobu reached down and smacked his legs, which were wearing a grey, washed denim. "I came here to get a cookbook. My Mr. Mime at home loves to bake, and I want to get him something to read while I am away." Shinobu looked over at Charles. He had never seen a Pokemon like that. "If only I had a Pokedex." Shinobu thought to himself.
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Thinking of a Pokedex, Shinobu had yet to stop by the Professor's lab in Littleroot to pick himself up a copy. The Professor had personally offered it to him, a reward for his merit as a doctor, but Shinobu had been so busy he didn't think it important to get himself a Pokedex.
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At his core, Shinobu was a healer and lots of people around Petalburg were aware of his healing touch. When he decided to give up his practice and follow his dream to become a Pokemon trainer, alot of people were dismayed, but the Professor wasn't one of them. He believed in Shinobu and emailed him personally on the matter. "Follow your gut and make you're dream a reality." The professor had said. That had been quite some time ago, and now Shinobu was struggling with his own team. He tried not to pay his ignorance any mind and said to Elise, "Might I ask you about this Pokemon?" Shinobu looked her in the eyes and locked his icy blue irises with Elise's own beautiful eyes. He was being sincere and as was polite, he looked her in the eyes when speaking to Elise.

Once Elise shook Shinobu's hand had bent back down to pet his Cyndaquil. Jean was still eating and seemed relaxed. Most of the smoke in the room had left through the window, but Jean still had a bit of fire spouting from her heat sockets. Shinobu wondered if his little Cyndaquil would ever relax. She was a normally happy and playful Pokemon, but bring her around another human and she showed a whole different sidle to her. Deep down Shinobu worried that his obstinant Pokemon would keep him from reaching his dream of becoming a Pokemon Champion. All of his Pokemon showed signs of misbehavior, it was upsetting really. Shinobu was a naturally well organized man who followed the rules and obeyed the law, to have Pokemon that were so far against his own nature, well it was disheartening to say the least. That isn't to say that Shinobu didn't love his team of Pokemon, each one had a special place in Shinobu's heart. 
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Once Cyndaquil had eaten all her snacks, Shinobu fed her some more by placing the treats closer to Elise. Jean tentatively approached Elise, growling viciously and snarling like a rabid wolverine. She eventually made it to the treats and started eating, her flame receding naturally as the comfort of food replaced the fear in her heart. Shinobu stayed kneeling down and watched his Pokemon carefully. If anyone made any sudden moves, it was likely that Jean would fill up the room with smoke again. 
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Still on one knee, Shinobu looked up at Elise, who was sitting in a chair with Charles the Calyrex. "Must be a very rare Pokemon. I hope you can learn something about it, maybe try a National Pokedex." Shinobu dropped more treats for Jean. She started purring softly, her flame almost completely gone now. "When I was a doctor I saw lots of rare Pokemon, but I never worked on any Calyrex. I never even heard of one until today. You are very lucky, Elise." Shinobu picked up Jean. She had finished her treats and was sitting next to Elise, spouting fire from her back ever so gently. Jean crawled up Shinobu's broad shoulders and nestled herself in the nook of his collarbone. Reaching into his treat pouch once again, Shinobu gave her a milk flavored treat, Jean's favorite.

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With Jean on his shoulder, the Pokemon had a more clear view of what was going on, and with Shinobu facing Elise, Jean was nose to nose with her bitter rival, the human being. She flared he fire up on Shinobu's shoulder, the flames shooting above his head. Jean was careful though, she made sure not to spark any of Shinobu's clothing o nfire. She wasn't acting out of haste, but rather Jean was scared. People frightened the young Cyndaquil, and despite Elise's unassuming presence, Jean was terrified. The Pokemon hissed and snarled, clawing at Shinobu's shoulder and digging into his flesh. After just a second of that, Shinobu picked Jean up like an angry cat and set her back on the floor. Jean scurried behind Shinobu, seeking refuge from the big, bad, scary woman in the room.
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With Jean occupied for the moment, Shinobu continued speaking with Elise. "Marvelous work, the medical field. I was a doctor for three years before becoming a trainer. I worked on Pokemon and humans, tending to their injuries and ailments. It was really satisfying work. If I hadn't hatched Renji, I would still be doing doctor work. I really love learning about how the body works, and how to fight disease." Shinobu thought back on the fun times he had mending Pokemon bones and tending to people in their time of need. It was different work than what Elise spoke of. Working on the front lines was always something Shinobu dreamed of, but without Pokemon to fight for him, he could only tend to the sick back on the home front. 
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With a medical corps officer in front of him, Shinobu's heart and mind aligned in a moment of splendor. His dream of tending to the sick and his passion for Pokemon could be united, if he fought with the League for the good of Pokemon. Shinobu had an easy time deciding. He was a great doctor who had lots of experience treating rare Pokemon, and he loved the thrill of protecting innocence with his Pokemon. Shinobu's eyes lit up with excitement. "Say Elise. If you're with the military, do you think I might have a role fighting with the League? I'm a great doctor, and I'm learning how to become a great trainer. Maybe I can provide something for the world." Shinobu smiled warmly at Elise, his question delicately hanging in the air.
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When Elise mentioned joining the military, Shinobu's heart skipped a beat. He was very glad to hear her approval in his pursuit. Shinobu was brimming ear to ear with pleasure as he replied to Elise. "I think I will try my hand at that. If all goes well I will see victory with the mighty Hoenn nation. I never took myself as a battler before I met my Riolu. Renji has really taught me what it means to stand up for yourself. I'm sure he will be pleased to learn I am going to take my hand into the military. Renji loves fighting." In truth, most of Shinobu's Pokemon loved fighting. They were a very rambunctious sort. 
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Speaking of a rambunctious Pokemon, Shinobu's Cyndaquil was getting into mischief as the two trainers talked. Jean had grown familiar with Elise by now, and she was feeling brave. The fire rat crawled on the ground closer to Calyrex. It's fires were extinguished, for now, but one wrong move and everything would be lit up. Jean was testing her boundaries right now, she sniffed at Charles's feet curiously, then she stuck her tongue out and gave them a wet lick.

Looking down at Jean, Shinobu let her lick Charles. Shinobu knew that his Pokemon was soft natured and meant no harm. Shinobu giggled as Calyrex let out a cry and Jean jumped back. She didn't ignite her fires, instead she came right back to Calyrex's foot to sniff him some more. Shinobu was watching and felt the universal pull of innocent Pokemon tugging at his soul. It was so sweet to see animals behaving as nature intended them to, at harmony with people. Shinobu was shocked to see how close Jean had scooched up to Elise. It seemed the Pokemon was getting used to humans after all. Shinobu bent down to give Jean another treat, all the while talking to his new friend. "Spirit mediums huh? That's very interesting, and a far cry from the field of medicine. You must be gifted, Elise. It's a pleasure to meet one such as yourself, a noble goddess among men." Shinobu stood back up and gave Elise a regal bow. 
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"I'm sure Renji would love to train with you. He's never fought a ghost type before. It would be an honor to battle with you," Shinobu grinned a devilish grin, his passion was peaking out at the talk of Pokemon battles. "When might we arrange this battle?" Shinobu had a fire burning in his eyes.

With the premise of battle looming over the two trainer's shoulders, Shinobu earnestly pulled out Jean's poke ball and returned her to it. He planned on using Renji for this fight, and wouldn't need the shy little Cyndaquil. Pumping his gloved fist, Shinobu said to Elise, "Alright, pull some strings, your honor! Let's do this!"
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After reaching back up to close the library window, Shinobu followed Elise and Charles to where they would battle. As he walked, Shinobu thought up a strategy for Renji. Renji's specialty was about close quarters combat, which would be difficult against a ghost Pokemon. Fighting type moves were totally inneffective against Ghost type Pokemon. Shinobu had a plan though, he knew just what to do. Riolu was a fast Pokemon, and Shinobu planned to make use of that speed. Despite his background, Shinobu was a natural Pokemon battler. He had honed his skill in Oldale Town against trainers, before he set out on his journey to earn all eight badges. Shinobu was lightning quick, and he had a bright, analytical mind. It would be tough for Elise to get one over on Shinobu, but he had lost before. He had never fought a ghost type specialist though, the young trainer was excited to practice his skills.
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As the two trainers settled into the arena, Shinobu took note of where he was battling. The arena was a garden of sorts, with pumpkins growing along the circular edge of the battleground. There was a tall gate up at the edges, a boundary line for a fair match. Shinobu stood about 10 meters across from Elise and threw out his poke ball. "Renji, I choose you!" Shinobu called out as his PokeBall released Renji in a red beam of light.
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Appearing on his two feet, Renji had his arms crossed, facing Renji and looking especially sore. Renji didn't like to be contained by a ball for a long time, and he was mad at Renji for doing so. "Don't be so tight bro, you got a match to win." Shinobu called out to Renji. Hearing about a fight perked Renji's dog ears up and he turned to face Elise's Pokemon.
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