Ah. He didn't think about that. "Oh...I didn't think about that one. Maybe an idea for another non-traditional challenge?" The blonde kind of laughed nervously. "Though I don't think there's a Raichu big enought to ride on. Unless you're like, four feet tall..." So basically a kid. After mentioning another, they kind of dropped the subject. For now at least. After the jump, Josh applauded him. And Kee started to climb the fence. Shaymin giggled while Keenan answered Josh. "Of course! Houndoom's my starter. Well, one of them, but he was my first ever Pokemon. Granted, he was a Houndour then, but he's my best. I probably would use Tyrantrum too, in a fight. But in a race, definitely a tie between Houndoom and Vikavolt."

He got on his trusty doggy steed, then off they went. The Greninja was definitely faster than his Houndoom, but he wasn't far behind. "What influenced you to go into racing? What were some of the challenges to turn the gym into a race track of various types? And why Mauville?" Kee's little brother treated it as a hub for his adventures. So between the mild curiousity on what could bring someone into Pokemon racing and the challenges of using that as a basis for a gym, he couldn't help himself.


Josh Devlin

Kee couldn't help but contradict the man. "Nonsense, whoever seen a Pichu ride a Squirtle, or a Magby ride a Gyarados? Or a Chikorita ride a Greninja? And there are tons of examples of non-fully evolved Pokemon taking on fully evolved Pokemon, and winning." And more that could probably be thought of, but don't try to Pigeot hole yourself into one specific thing! Well...ok, his baby brother adores Ghost and Steel-type Pokemon, but the kid was likely stronger than he was, so he could get away with it.

Kee listened to Josh go through who all he succeeded. Kee didn't know that Elite 4 member Katherine Fairburne was before Captain Sullivan. At the offering, Kee nodded. "Sure! But...on what? Only Pokemon I've ridden before was Vikavolt, and that was during Greyson Connors's gym challenge...and I didn't bring her with me..." Again, his Houndoom looked at his trainer like he was stupid. Standing up and giving Kee a big, booming, woof, Kee looked at him. "Are you sure? I was just joking a little earlier..." A quick nod from the dark pokemon, and Kee just motioned for Josh to lead the way. Then his Houndoom JUMPED THE FENCE?! And right next to Josh and the Greninja. No warning, just up and over. Sighing, he did much the same, and got on Houndoom...

Josh Devlin

Kee couldn't help but snort a little bit. Shaymin was hardly fearsome...okay, it did pack a punch, but look at it! It didn't look it! Looks can be deceiving was practically in its name! "Um...I'll differ in opinion about Shaymin. It may pack quite the punch, but they're too cute to be fearsome. Aren't you little buddy!" The blonde gushed a little bit, taking the Shaymin off of his head, and making it face him. The cute little Pokemon simply smiled and made a happy noise. Houndoom just sat down and watched. He knew this may take a while, might as well sit and bathe in the sunlight. Plopping Shaymin on top of Houndoom's head, the little hedgehog made itself comfortable between the horns on the dog. And said dog didn't so much as flinch.

Kee nodded a little bit at the brief bit of history...and the workings of a gym. Taxes...hopefully that wasn't increased based on how complicated the gym could be. But something in the back of his mind bothered him...oh, his little brother! "My baby brother evidently became friends with gym leader John Sullivan. Said he was a cool guy, and despite his age, had some pretty good advice. Are you from Hoenn originally? What led you to become a gym leader here in this land of disasters?" Did Kee bother to read up on the new gym leader? Absolutely not! Did he care? Not really. Best learn first hand about a person, in his opinion.

Josh Devlin

Keenan nodded before going back. After a more experienced server laughed and patted him on the back, his new comrade showed him some of the more expensive and better tasting champagne. It was a good way to get tips and not make this charity event. After doing so, and filling his tray, he started with a small, but loud group. Then a husband and wife. Then he swung around to the ladies he was conversing with earlier, heading towards another part of the auction. Seemed like they had gotten on with each other. Well, that was nice...if only he had someone like that. Kee slowly worked his way back to them with a few flutes remaining. When he got to them, he offered a new flute for both of them...although some minor disturbance was sounding in the back room all of a sudden. They were all quite close to it, but nothing could be made out on what was happening yet. Kee reached in his pocket and fingered a pokeball...just in case...

Antoinette Spina @rosie

Kee was startled a little bit by the sudden name calling. It was the gym leader! Josh? He could barely remember. The dark haired man pulled out a phone and checked it, listing his appointment for next month. "Oh, I'm already aware. I was just in Mauville and out for a walk with Shaymin and Houndoom. That's all." He hoped he didn't sound too nervous. This was his first official meeting with the new gym leader. The water type zipped towards him, making yelp in surprise, while his Houndoom just looked at his trainer like "what is wrong with you?" The blonde just laughed it off...cuz he was dumb.

Practice race? Was that what was going on here? "Oh, is that what's going on here? Wasn't the gym originally a military base of some kind? How'd you get it converted to a race track?" It was diving a little bit into history for the gym, but some of them did have some interesting backstories. Plus the amount of work for a conversion like that still seemed astronomical to him. And maybe slightly a waste, seeing that Littleroot was still recovering and all. Well, maybe the gym leader could enlighten him a little bit? Assuming he wasn't too busy...


Josh Devlin

claiming palosand

Trading Gacha Palosand for a Gatcha Delphox. For Milk!

Kee was walking around Mauville City instead of doing literally anything else. On his head was Shaymin, and next to him was his Houndoom. Since Doug stepped down, he got taken off the list, and sadly and like usual, the new sign ups got taken far too quickly for him. With a heavy sigh, he found himself just walking around, exploring the city even more. Though he did end up being by the gym. Which had a race course around back. Well, several of them. Huh. The blonde hadn't done any research on the new leader's gym at all. He mostly preferred more traditional challenges...not that he had been able to get a challenge in. He only had one challenge under his belt, and had luckily earned the badge. But it was the only one he had.

There was a race going on, but it didn't look like it was a challenge race, just a training one. An unusually large Liepard and Sawsbuck following the track. Chuckling, he looked at his Houndoom. "Think you can go faster than them with me on your back?" The fire and dark type gave a woof sound in confirmation that he probably could. And with confidence. Honestly, the Pokemon was barely large enough for him to ride on at this point. But it was possible. The Shaymin on the top of his head made some cute noises and seemed to be pointing somewhere. Looking at where it was pointing. It was a Greninja, and someone helping another get situated in their saddle. Boy, that was awkward. Not a Pokemon you normally see being ridden on. It certainly looked uncomfortable...


Josh Devlin

Redeeming 1 Gacha Ticket from the Survey!

link: pkmn-hoenn.boards.net/thread/23733/kees-gacha-rolls

Total: 0 pd

SURVEY #1

Getting every badge in Hoenn! Right now, no bucket list really, aside from seeing baby bro graduate high school.

SURVEY #2

I don't have anything that I'm particularly attached to. Everything just goes with a certain outfit, and that's that.

SURVEY #3

I don't really know. First instinct is to run...but maybe I'll try to fight back and stall for time for others to leave.

SURVEY #4

Not really sure on this one either. Never had to deal with that yet.

SURVEY #5

Playing with my peeps, yo! All my Pokemon are my friends, and they all want attention!

SURVEY #6

Mostly similar to my body type? Anyone that's kind and sweet and can handle my manic ways.

SURVEY #7

A larger city please! I love Slateport and Lilycove, especially since they have beaches!

SURVEY #8

I...actually have no idea. XD

SURVEY #9

I've never really gotten mad. Just trying to harm my family and friends. And in that case, I'm not holding anything back.

SURVEY #10

Mom's cooking. And she cooks a lot.

SURVEY #11

They're so awesome! What's not to love?

SURVEY #12

Becoming the Pokemon Champion! Maybe...hopefully...eventually?

Keenan found himself in Dewford Town. A small beachside town on a very small island just off the coast. Granite Cave was the only other thing that he could think of on the island besides great beaches and surfing. The perfect place to sit back and relax. The blonde came here after his...odd experience that left him with a new friend! Shaymin was playing with his Walrein and Metagross. Vikavolt was nearby as well, with Centiskorch sunbathing behind him. Granbull was also sunbathing, but next to him. With the end of the world happening soon, he figured he would chill before heading home. Besides, maybe without him there, Aaron can let loose and show his parents that he can take care of himself. That was the problem, Aaron was underestimated by his parents so hard. Still, he hoped everyone was okay. The eighteen year old was on his way there, but he was going to take his time.

So he just minded his Pokemon. Funnily enough, Walrein, Metagross, and Shaymin were making a sand castle. And it was looking pretty good considering none of the three Pokemon working on it had hands. Something caught his eye though.

The lady chuckled, but took the flute of drink and thanked him. Nodding he was about to leave when she actually asked an unexpected question. Before the young blonde could say anything, the guest, which he also offered a glass to, gave her opinion. Then it was his turn. "As she said, turnout is good, but it certainly lacks energy. I know it's for charity, but it's really boring...and I'm working the thing. If I were rich enough to join in, I would never attend these events. Just give a donation and move on..." Really, with so much money, you could have some bloody fun! "It just seems like such a waste and super stale..." It took a moment for him to realize he said that outloud. Panicing, but still not dropping or spilling a single drop, he stammered. "W-well, maybe its just my age...I'll be going now..."

Walking away, he served a couple of glasses to whoever wanted or looked like they were low on. Once his tray was empty save for empty glasses, he walked to where he was to drop them off. The amber eyed teen looked briefly over at his supervisor, who had an amused expression on his face, but otherwise didn't do anything beyond nodding at him. Well, hopefully Kee was quiet enough. Taking another round of glasses, he continued his job...for now.

@rosie Antoinette Spina

Redeeming 1 Ability Capsule (0 pd)
Ariados ability is now Insomnia

Buying 2 Egg Tutors (160 pd)
Ariados learned Megahorn and Electroweb

Buying 4 Level Tutors (160 pd)
Ariados learned Poison Jab, Sticky Web, Spider Web, and Toxic Thread.

Buying 1 Type 3 Evo (50 pd)
Zweilous evolved into Hydreigon

Buying 2 Level Tutors (80 pd)
Hydreigon learned Tri Attack and Dragon Pulse

Redeeming 1 TM/TR tutor (0 pd)
Hydreigon learned Focus Blast

Buying 2 TM/TR Tutors (160 pd)
Hydreigon learned Flash Cannon and Earth Power.

Total: 610 pd