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Zachary and Raichu were ready to go. While he didn't have a helmet, he had to place his faith in Raichu to keep him safe too. He didn't have many doubts that Hermes would put him in danger, but he was a 'reckless rodent' from what they saw during the events on the ocean path to Mawville City. However, that recklessness was what made Raichu such a great speed-demon. He was now sparking with excitement, his cheeks discharging with both competition at his new rival Raichu, but also excited to race with other people. Something he never got on the ocean alone. [break][break] They all were lined up at the starting line, Hermes position between the Raichu and the Jolteon. Zachary's biggest guess was the Jolteon was the fastest, so it was odd to think Josh's Raichu was far 'faster'. [break][break] The signs on the starting line went off-- signaling the beginning of the race. [break][break] Get ready... Get Ready... Get Ready Get... Get Ready...[break][break]GOOO!!![break][break] The moment the horn went off-- a violent shock of force took off and caused a dust cloud behind them as everyone kicked off-- especially Hermes! At the sound of the buzzer, the Alola Raichu let out such a burst of psychic force it caused an eruption of it behind him, sending him flying forward! [break][break] Zachary felt the jolt of movement as he held on to Hermes' back, carried forward by the same psychic force that kept the Raichu afloat as they all sped forward! The rush of the wind, even the mild surge of electricity went through his body-- in the good way, making it exciting as he rode on Raichu's tail! [break][break] The uphill turns looked annoying as they were trying to gain speed! Seeing the turn, Hermes guided his Psychic to maneuver the turns. Trying to be mindful of also the other racers, they rode up the first turn, seeing the uphill incline and using the Psychic force to continue to push his momentum! [break][break] The next two-- however would result in a full 180-degree turn and it wouldn't be easy! Raichu veered to the left a touch-- only to dig in as he surfed over the ground, gaining speed to make the turn sharply. [break][break] "Hermes-- use Psychic to navigate the turn too! Then when we clear it, step on it!" Zachary called to him over the rush of wind in their ears. [break][break] Hermes gave a roudy cry as if to say "I know!" and then entered the turn. [break][break] Heremes entered the sharp turn, along with other racers. However, as if surfing on the wind itself-- Hermes suddenly rose up, his tail surfing an area in the thin air! As if he was on some kind of ramp on a skateboard course, he rode an 'invisible' incline to make the turn as close as possible. [break][break] THe moment he saw the straight line of movement-- the Alola Raichu gave a happy jump! The psychic burst once again acting like a gas-and-break pedal on a car. The Raichu sped forward, entering the long stretch! [break][break] A touch of fear shook Zachary! Fear and excitement as he rode on Raichu's tail. He felt in place on the tail and touching his back, but it didn't remove the danger of the race-- and more so, the excitement as he felt Hermes shoot down the track! [break][break][break][break]

Josh Devlin

NOTES

✦ Gym Challenge -- Quick Badge Attempt.[break]
✦ The Race starts-- and Raichu bursts forward with a shot of Psychic speed. [break]
✦ Hermes uses Psychic to navigate the turns, surfing on 'air' for the turns! [break]
✦ Hermes Racing-Rank Stats: 8 Total[break]
Speed:B[break]
Endurance:B (Max speed move/Tera boost: 3) [break]
Reaction: C.

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The man's excitement caused Zachary to flinch again, making him a bit uneased. He was super eager to battle, and now had outright challenged Zachary to a match. THis... was likely to happen, perhaps but his sheer energy for it was a surprise. "I... Um..." he stammered, taking a touch off guard. Dizzy the fox just looked blankly at the stranger, silently voicing a judgemental opinion. [break][break] However, as he started--he turned to make a mocking statement of Zachary being afraid. Zachary frowned at that, more for such a challenge was rather rude, but effective. Zachary then stood up, Dizzy glancing at his trainer for his assertion. [break][break] "Fine. You're on. But don't underestimate me. I may not be the best battler, but I'll give you hell if you look down on me!" Zachary fired back, attempting to be assertive on the challenge. Dizzy gave an assertive bark too at Eduardo. [break][break] The two squared off challenging looks as Zachary gritted his fists tight. [break][break]

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[break][break] Before long they had taken place in one of the free arenas, now well lit and prepared for battle. Zachary and Dizzy stood on the far side of the classic clear arena. People were in the stands, watching them, along with other battles going on. Zachary soon saw that the challenger Eduardo was there, looking as intimidating as he was before, including that big, broad grin he had on his face. He didn't know what to expect. He was the challenger, so it was likely he was going to pick the battle type to start with. After that, Zachary could respond and bring out more of his Pokemon. Dizzy too was rearing to go, his fur on end from the brawny adult. [break][break]

Eduardo Hisakawa

NOTES

✦ Super Training Mission (May) XXX.[break]

✦ Awaiting challenger in trainer room while looking over Pokemon Tarot Cards. .[break]

✦ XXX

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The little comedy routine by Kadabra and Zachary was interrupted by Josh as he called out his next pokemon . Pyroar. Despite the 'time out', the battle had not ended as soon the fierce Lioness released a powerful roar attack, rattling both Pokemon and Trainer. Dizzy back on the side lines covered his big ears, hearing the loud roar. [break][break] Zachary was thrown back by the shock wave, but more so-- Hyper Voice both injured Kadabra ears as well as his body from the shock of it. Zachary had now returned back to his side of the battlefield and gritted his teeth. The battle continued and Tarot was still being a stubborn ass. "Tarot please! Just let me recall you and--" [break][break] Before Zachary could finish, Kadabra growled with irritation. An aura of energy suddenly surrounded him, even the parts of Hyper Voice that had injured his body and ears. Suddenly, the color of vitality returned to his body, seeming to RECOVER before their eyes. [break][break] Zachary took out his Pokedex and have it analyze the move Tarot just used. [break][break] [break][break] Zachary blinked, outstanded by the Kadabra's numerous moves and it only just evolved! "How could it have this much power? Did it just not have it as an Abra and just was a 'late bloomer' or something?" Zachary asked aloud, unsure how Kadabra had these kinds of moves under his belt! [break][break] Unwilling to stand around and angry at the Pyroar, Kadabra soon brought up his spoon-- and a dark energy gathered at the tip of the spoon. Soon a black, ghastly sphere of power appeared. With a shout it fired Shadow Ball! Another mystery as to how it learned THAT particular move, as Tarot launched the ball to the Pyroar, intending to hit it. [break][break] However... as Josh may be aware, Shadow Ball would have a very unintended effect. [break][break]

Josh Devlin

NOTES

✦ Tarot stops tormenting Zachary as Pyroar appears and uses Hyper Voice[break]

✦ Tarot on his own uses Recover , healing his wounds.[break]

✦ Tarot disobeying orders uses Shadow Ball against Pyroar. .[break]

✦XXX[break]

✦XXXX

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Happy and Psyduck continued their game of "Simon Says" as Happy indeed mimicked Psyduck in his different poses, beaming a smile when the Psyduck saw him mimick him. It was quite adorable. All the while, Dizzy the Delphox sighed as he saw the childish behavior of the two. THe Delphox was a bit more 'mature' in his demeanor, having grown up with Zachary for years and a touch more serious. Sometimes, anyway...[break][break] In the laboratory, Zachary heard as the two discussed. He was curious about the migration pokemon, and couldn't help but wonder-- did this have anything to do with the "Runaway Raichu" Zachary caught with the help of Josh Devlin . Perhaps he should ask where he had been finding them. [break][break] It was then he learned the small detail about his new acquaintance. He paused, a bit stunned-- that Dizzy and Happy looked to him, and soon saw Zachary perk up with surprise and shock. "WHA?! YOU'RE A GYM LEADER?!" Zachary exclaimed, both surprised and excited that his eyes almost sparkled. What was the odds by all this that he was among another GYm Leader. Where they this common to meet?! Zachary's deep feverant desire was to become a GYm Leader himself, and both challenge trainers and guide them in becoming better trainers. THough young and inexperienced, it was a goal he made for himself than just simple competition in the league. Now he met a second Gym Leader out of the blue! "Oh, wow. It's great to meet you. What kind of Gym do you run? Are you here as part of the job? Wow, that must be so cool to be one!" [break][break] Dizzy grew a blank stare of embarrassment and shook his furry head and ears. [break][break] Despite his excitement as a 'fan boy' he was still welcomed to join them. Zachary did join in, while still jazzed to meet Lam, he regained his composure. [break][break] Zachary looked around, seeing the tanks empty a bit. "Pardon me for asking, but it seems the aquarium is a bit ... scarse today? Did anything happen?" he asked. [break][break] "We underwent some cleaning of the tanks and due to the low volume of visitors on the weekday we try to keep our specimens and attractions in another area or in pokeballs as needed. We are always open to see some new specimines to see how they act. But yeah, not many trainers have water Pokemon willing to let out a bit." the man said. [break][break]
However, Zachary smiled. "Oh, I think I have a couple that may interest you..." Zachary said with a smirk. [break][break]

lam logan

NOTES

✦ I relicanth thank you enough mission sign upXXX.[break]
✦ XXX.[break]
✦ XXX.

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As the girl introduced her Pokemon, Hoothoot greeted them back along with Dizzy, especially the fox checking out the big amphoramos. Zachary smiled, "NIce to meet you. Your tododile is very cute, but um, I didn't catch your name though...?" Zachary added politely, realizing she never introduced herself. [break][break] The rain was not letting up. The sky grew darker and now sounded like a series of drumbs on the ground and roof of the building. Finally, lightning and thunder ripped the sky-- which caused Dizzy to flinch and cover his big furry ears from the sound. Zachary petted the Delphox, realizing the storm wasn't letting up. Zachary knew the place wasn't the ideal Pokemon center-- but what other choice did they have? " It may be a well... unusual house, but I'm sure its better than waiting out here for the rain to clear. Let's just take a---" Zachary cracked open the door and as he did-- [break][break] Brrrruuuu! The ghostly wail of Ghost Pokemon came as a Dreepy and a Driftbloom flew out! [break][break] Zachary jumped back as the two Ghosts came flying out. They were fun Pokemon, but he was more interested to get in side. [break][break] Zachary and his Pokemon soon got inside the entrance of the building. There he was greeted to a dark, hallway, with some furniture and unlit candils that marked the way. The house did look good and even 'well decorated' if it hadn't been dusty and worn down by time. Dizzy entered, now having his stick on fire to light up their way inside. Nyx still was on Zachary's shoulder, and shook her feathers to dry herself. Zachary flinched at the light spray of water from his feathered friend. [break][break] "Seems to be safe... for now?" Zachary said as he looked around. Now that they were out of the rain, he felt he could introduce his other pokemon-- besides the Misbehaving Tarot/Kadabra. "Here are my other friends." [break][break] Zachary released his Pokemon-- soon showing his Mime Jr, named Happy, the excentric bird Xatu, Prophet, and last but not least-- a certain chummy and mischievous Haunter, Greed. [break][break] Now five out in total, they looked around the old house. Happy was curious, while Xatu didn't express any opinion-- and Greed was just giddy to be in a haunted house-- being a ghost. [break][break] Zachary could only hope that the girl was not scared of this kind of place. Zachary was not scared of 'haunted houses' or at least he wasn't aware to be. Still, it was better than being stuck in the rain. [break][break] Despite the two ghost pokemon who flew by, things were quiet as they were in the hall, looking around to see if anyone was there-- until, Happy saw a small figure behind the nearest corner. The little clown looked, to find something moving. "Mime! Mi-mi-mime!" Happy cried, and pointed to the corner to get Zachary's attention. [break][break] Zachary glanced to just catch it out of the corner of his eye-- a small figure hiding behind the corner, gave way by a tuff of dark fur. "Huh, over there?" Zachary said, clearly seeing the figure hiding. Figuring it might be scared itself, Zachary spoke up. "Hello? Is someone there? You don't have to hide. Sorry to just barge in but we were hiding from the rain. Please come out. We don't mean any trouble," He called out. [break][break] At first there was nothing-- till the dark furry creature poked its head out, revealing beautiful green eyes and stuffs of white on its fur. "Mreeow...?" the Pokemon mewed, looking to be a cat. [break][break] Zachary gasped as he saw it more, revealing it to be a Meowstic. He looked happy to see it, as a Psychic-Pokemon trainer, he knew it immediately and was excited by it. "Oh wow, a Meowstic..." Zachary said with silent surprise. He took out his Pokedex to record it. [break][break] [break][break] The shy little Meowstic looked at the visitors and their pokemon, clearly seeing they were all in the house in the little hall, and wondered what they were doing here. Still shy, the blue, male Meowstic stuck his head out from the corner. He looked on guard, wary and almost... scared? Perhaps they were all there and in such a large number, making the cat nervous. [break][break] Seeing this, Happy took a few steps forward. The Meowstic flinched a bit from the corner-- but Happy soon gave a greeting cheer and raised a hand to say hello to the cat. Though technically intruders, Happy was just extending his cheerful nature to show they were friendly. The cat seemed to ease up seeing the Mime Jr, letting out a soft meow of curiosity and ease. [break][break] "Wow... i didn't think we would find one in here. it's so cute and fluffy." Zachary said, having a soft spot for this kind of cat pokemon. [break][break]

Himari Kaneshiro  

NOTES

✦ More of my personal pokemon already captured will appear in this topic for plot effect. [break]

✦ Wild Duo Encounter. .[break]

✦ Passing on both pokemon. XXX.

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Shalin's support was appreciative, but this Scizor wasn't as 'violent' but still stood before Zachary, ready to fight. It was clear what it wanted-- it wanted to battle. It wanted Zachary to accept it! Trying to look past its scary face and deadly pincers, Zachary felt a bit of peace in his chest. He took a deep breath and knew what he had to do. "Alright... time to battle! I'm gonna catch you, Scizor!" Zachary declared. The Scizor gave a roudy buzz too. "Using Dizzy would be too easy, given he's a fire type. So... GREED, you're up!" Zachary ordered. [break][break] It was a surprise for the Haunter to be called as he laughed and made jokes with the other Pokemon around, talking to the moths. At the call of his name, the eager and trickster Haunter floated into place. Scizor took up a deadly sance, prepared to attack! The Haunter snickered. [break][break] "Let's do this! Greed, use Shadow Ball!" Zachary encouraged! Greed didn't hesitate as it generated a ball of darkness-- and fired it at Scizor! However, what was odd was how fast the Scizor was! Somehow its metallic body, should of been heavy. Instead, it was light on its feet as it hopped and jumped overhead. It soon came down, intending to strike with a sharp claw of steel! [break][break] "Greed, strike with Shadow Punch!" Zachary shouted. The mischevious Haunter had its hands spin in the air-- disconnected to its body-- and soon gave a 'sucker punch' mid air, smacking the Scizor in the face. Scizor soon went flying from the impact, having been dealt a significant blow. [break][break] Greed chuckled to himself having gotten the jump on Scizor-- and enough damage for Zachary to take on another partner. "SCIZOR, Come to me!" Zachary shouted and threw his Pokeball. The ball reached in the air where it flew and soon Scizor saw it. It didn't move this time-- it wanted to be caught by Zachary as it hit-- and it vanished inside. [break][break] Zachary looked puzzled as he saw the Scizor enter the Pokeball, and was soon sealed inside. It clicked shut and was secure, allowing Zachary to pick it up. As other Pokemon, like a slug and fish looked on as the others gantered at the battle, Zachary was puzzled. "Why... would it want to be trained by me? I really don't understand when it just met me?" Zachary asked. Despite his nervousness to bugs, he seemed calm. [break][break] Sensing the tense moment, Greed Yawned. Then had a naughty idea... The ghost soon covered its face-- its features melting. Then flashing his hands over his face-- produced a face of himself with "BUG EYES'-- intending to scare Zachary next time he saw him. [break][break]

Shalin Nariya

NOTES

✦Wild Duo with Shalin.[break]

✦ SCIZOR caught by battle [break]

✦ Passing on Both.

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Hoenn was a lot more chaotic than Zachary thought, especially with the wormholes and stuff. Still, no where was 'really' safe nowadays. It came to how smart you were, but most cities were safe. At least, so Zachary hoped. He only hoped his parents adjusted well if they did come here. They soon reached the place where they had last been and teleported away. Luckily nothing was unchanged. [break][break] At the question of his family, Zachary looked to Arron. "Me? No, I'm an only child. " Zachary explained, as they walked along the obscured 'path'. Zachary looked back to Dizzy, who followed them loyally. "The closest thing to a brother, I guess though... is Dizzy. We been together for years now. My parents didn't want me being a trainer when I was younger. " he explained. [break][break] "As you may know, you can become a trainer no earlier than 10 years old, but my parents insisted I stay in school. To their credit-- they were right despite how badly I wanted to be a trainer. They were right in that it gave me more time to think about WHAT I REALLY WANTED to do." he told his story, "But while they did have me stay, they did let me pick my partner Pokemon. It was Dizzy. Even though I couldn't travel, I raised him and took care of him from home while I attended school. We been through a lot just as much." As they talked, Dizzy smiled, reminded by the nice times when he was a little Finniken and how he and Zachary grew up. [break][break] "That was about... 7 years ago now I think," he said. [break][break] As they talked, Zachary's Hoothoot--Nyx-- fluttered in the air, keeping an eye out for any danger from a few feet above. The little owl was adorable how she kept an eye out for them. [break][break]

Aaron Toral

NOTES

✦ Expedition 2.[break]
✦ Zachary calls Leafeon to guard the camp and help grow the plants. [break]
✦ XXX.

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Prompted to go-- Zachary with Raichu approached the racing course. "Dizzy, you and the others make yourselves comfortable at the bleachers, okay? Try to have some fun. Maybe cheer us on?" Zachary asked his Delphox as his other Pokemon were out now. The roudy series of calls came from his Pokemon as they soon separated, led by Dizzy to the stands. [break][break] Raichu stayed by Zachary side as they soon left for the race course. As they arrived, Josh was there-- along with other members of his gym. Zachary greeded them modestly, seeing them on all kinds of Pokemon. "HI there. Nice to meet you all," he said with a smile. Each one was mounted upon a jolteon, a purugly, a houndour, and Josh's choice-- a Raichu of his own. His was the more generic version, making this even more interesting. As Josh and Zachary talked-- both Raichu 'glared daggers' at one another. Josh's Raichu, Toralf clearly was antagonizing the tail-surfing one. Hermes didn't like that as he got close on his tail up close. THe two's nose almost touched as sparkes fired off both their cheeks, both boasting they were the fastest![break][break] Zachary rolled his eyes and approached Hermes. "Hey, sparky. Maybe save the energy for the race, buddy? he suggested. Hearing his trainer's advise, Hermes backed away grudgingly, intending to leave Josh's Raichu in the dust! [break][break]

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[break][break] As they prepared for the race... Dizzy and Zachary's other pokemon were in the front rows of the stands, reserved for the competitors friends and pokemon. Many people were there, which was a surprise, and an oddity for some as they people saw Zachary's pokemon acting so casually among people like they were human. Dizzy sat down ona chair-- followed by Zachary's Kadabra, Mime Jr, Xatu, and Sprigatito. The Sprigatito hung on the railing, eager to see the race. [break][break] As they made themselves comfortable to cheer their trainer and Hermes on-- Dizzy noticed something. Kadabra held a sealed bag-- looking like a microwave popcorn package. After the fox gave a bark of question, Tarot began to focus on the bag, his eyes aglow. Slowly, the bag began to inflate. Its alpha waves & psychic power was making it heat up and pop quickly. Like a microwave, the bag swelled up and got bigger and bigger. Happy and Sprigatito watched as the bag grew and-- [break][break] BANG!![break][break] THe bag exploded with a shower of white and yellow popcorn over them. Dizzy grew a look of still annoyance as the poor fox had popcorn and butter over his fur. Tarot showed little care as he looked to Dizzy, and offered him some of the popcorn from his bag, to which was answered by silence. Happy, however was gleeful as he took a kernal of popcorn in his little hands and popped it into his mouth! Morgana had jumped at the violent pop, its grassy fur on end at the Kadabra, all while Prophet the Xatu just stood there motionless-- even as some popcorn rested on its plumage. ALl the Pokemon were excited and eager to see how the race panned out! [break][break]

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[break][break] As the rules of the race ended, Zachary looked to Raichu. Before the start of the official challenge, he had went over Raichu's abilities and moves he knew. He had learned most first hand after their run-in on the ocean route. But he learned a few more things and wanted to talk to Raichu before the race began. As Josh explained the rules, Raichu grew more and more excited-- like the badge was more for him than Zachary. It made Zachary smile, to see Hermes so happy, as oppose to causing tidal waves to ride on that caused problems for other pokemon. [break][break] Zachary nodded in understanding, getting a good idea what to expect from the challenge. "I understand. Um, before we begin, may I just talk to Hermes a second?" Zachary asked. [break][break] Gesturing Raichu to follow him, Zachary walked aside and knelt down as Hermes floated before the boy. "Raichu before we start, I have an idea I want to run by you. If I understand correctly, you know "electric terrain" right? " he asked. [break][break] "Rai...?" Hermes said with a nod, but his tone curious. [break][break] Zachary smiled, having an idea. "Normally, that wouldn't do us any good in a race-- but I have an idea," Zachary said as he leaned in close so the others couldn't hear. As Zachary raised a hand to whisper, the Alolan Raichu leaned in with his fluffy ear to hear Zachary's words. His trainer whispered a very clever strategy related to that move. After a few moments, Raichu's face lit up! He was loving the idea the creative blue-haired trainer had. Soon enough, Raichu entered a 'chuckle' and mischevious look that one would think he had used Nasty Plot. "Rai! Rai-rai-Raichuu!" Hermes cheered, rocking on his floating tail with glee. [break][break] Zachary rose up, pleased. "I'm glad you approve. When the time comes, let's give it a try okay?" Zachary said as he turned back to Josh and his awaiting team of racers. "Okay! I'm ready to go!" [break][break] Rejoining Hermes on his tail with a simple step up and a hand on the Raichu's back, the two soon floated up to the starting line! With Josh's enthusiasm to enter a real race. It was then he saw Josh's expression change-- a more serious and focused one. This was it! The true mindset of Josh as a Gym Leader. Zachary looked to Josh, seeing how serious he was and intended to win. While Zachary's expression was softer, he narrowed his gaze at Josh. "Well, Hermes I think wants this even more than me-- so you can be damn sure I'm aiming to win! So let's do this!" Zachary said with determination. [break][break] "RAII!!" Hermes replied too, sparking the energy as he lined up beside Josh's Raichu. The two Raichu exchanged challenging glares, already non-verbally talking smack at one another. The sheer sparks from their cheeks gave signs of that. [break][break] Zachary stared forward at the starting line, seeing the board and the racing lights-- ready to take off. Unlike Josh, Zachary had never done anything like this. A race was one thing, but with a Pokemon-- Zachary was both nervous and excited by this. He hoped that Hermes would listen to him, and follow his lead in direction and guidance. While it seemed Hermes liked the idea Zachary cooked up, Raichu was a wily and rowdy Pokemon, and was a menace before he was caught. [break][break] From the sidelines, they heard the sounds of cheers-- Dizzy and the others waving and giving their support. Zachary glanced at them seeing Dizzy waving a flaming stick to cheer them on. A smile showed on Zachary's face and his confidence rose. He looked to the starting line, ready to go. "Let's show them just how much of a wicked racer you are, Hermes!" Zachary encouraged, rubbing the Raichu's fuzzy back. [break][break]

Josh Devlin

NOTES

✦ Gym Challenge -- Quick Badge Attempt.[break]
✦ Zachary's listened and understood the rules. Taking Raichu aside, the two work up a strategy, involving one of Raichu's more notable moves. Hermes gleams with Mischief. [break]
✦ Dizzy and Zachary's other pokemon are on the sidelines cheering their trainer on-- while enjoying Popcorn! [break]
✦ Zachary joins the racers at the starting line, ready to go atop of Hermes tail.[break]
✦ Hermes Racing-Rank Stats: 8 Total[break]
Speed:B[break]
Endurance:B (Max speed move/Tera boost: 3) [break]
Reaction: C.

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Zachary had tried to reach out to his friends and get their attention and luckily-- everyone knew the right way to go. The lift to get down. Zachary rested as the lift began to descend. His eyes saw the upper area above them as they descended from level to level-- and saw a sickening red-shade of stars above his head. It gave him the chillds. It was enough reason for him to stay away. [break][break] Whatever this power was-- it was allowing Zachary to see something others couldn't. Or perhaps what some could if they had the same powers, as all kinds of craziness was happening from their chains. Somehow the chains were helping them-- but that didn't last long. [break][break] Zachary felt a sudden pain in his stomach and almost keeled over with a cry of pain. The damn Moochi! Or worse, as he felt the poison finally start to affect his body and mind. He could see things now better than others, but the pain was now starting to impact him, and worse from his wounds earlier. It was a miracle he was still able to move, and the pain just wanted him to lie down. Best he could do was hold on to Alexei Ivanov for the moment as they descended. [break][break]

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[break][break] They soon reached the Feeding Pit and Zachary had the bad memory of the violent Pokemon almost breaking his ribs and leg. He felt scared being in there, but things were going differently now as everyone fought back! His allies, his friends, who could actually fight, were doing their best to not just defend themselves-- but free the trapped Pokemon. IN his mind, that was the right idea. But there was nothing he could do. Personally anyway. [break][break] Between the poison and his own weakness, he was useless in this situation, so he used what he could. His eyes. Perhaps it was the Tera Crystals around, but he saw the shimmer of red surrounding Ogre Pokemon and Ultra Beasts , indicating clear and present danger. His head was feeling messed up, him just trying to keep his focus together. The poison was finally catching up to him! However, as he looked around-- he knew he had to get somewhere safe, and perhaps find what they were looking for. Down was the only way to go. [break][break] That was when he saw it! The shimmer of violet in his eyes that indicate the path he had to follow. Coincidence enough, people like jack wainwright , Cassandra Kubrick , and Eris Halla too caught on to the feel of it. He didn't know why but they were on the right track-- as it led to the fugly flesh pipe that led down. [break][break] Zachary approached the pipe, but hesitated at the fleshy, living thing looked like an intestine. He hesitated, scared at the idea of him being digested by SOMETHING below. [break][break] However, his eyes told him that was the best path to go, and the way the poison ravaged his body, he didn't feel he had the room to complain and argue, or else he feared to throw up. [break][break] "Oh, this is gonna suck..." Zachary groamed. [break][break] Working his last strength, he cried out as he dove head first into the fleshy tunnel to get out. It was like a slimy slide that he rode through with the others, till he would soon reach the bottom wherever it was... and crash to the floor there. If Alexei Ivanov choose to go with them perhaps he could help, but other than that Zachary followed his instinct, his eyes and the others who had the same six sense as he did. [break][break] The hole in the flesh tube sent him through as he skidded to a stop. As he laid there, he began to take in the new surroundings, along with the others with him-- in hopes to find a clue to their survival and freedom. And of course, to rescue their dear friends! [break][break][break][break]

Alexei Ivanov

NOTES

✦ Zachary ascends the lift to the feeding pit along with the others! [break]
✦ Weakend by the wounds and now the poison, he starts to keel over and groan from the effects, feeling miserable. [break]
✦ Unable to fight, he looks to find where they had to go-- and finds it along with others to the Flesh tube. [break]
✦ Disguisted by the tube but with no other options, Zachary dives in and slides through the opening to join the others there and sees what awaits them... [break]
✦ Toxic Chain ability - Stargazer : Grants Zachary a form of forwarn/precognition eyesight to show starry trails or auras that lead one towards their goals, or avoid dangerous situations. These starry trails resemble terastellar glows and overlap with the environment, and up to his intuition and interpretation to understand them.

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Kinesis seemed to take a lasting toll on Beedrill-- much to Zachary's relief. Beyond being their immediate enemy, Zachary was nervous around such insects. But Kadabra's power was nothing to take lightly. Zachary had been worried cause bug attacks were strong against psychics. But Tarot just blew it away. [break][break] Josh certainly didn't hesitate to give Zachary advice-- and commented how strong the Kadabra was, and all after it evolved. It was like a floodgate erupted the moment Tarot evolved. Still, it was way too opinionated and acted on its own. Josh may or may not seen how frustrated and ashamed Zachary was that Tarot wouldn't listen to him. He tried not to be too defensive and listen to the Gym Leader's advice. "Find something we both have in common..." Of course the part about working together was obvious to Zachary. He had worked hard with all his other pokemon-- including Dizzy and though they been partners for years now, they were friends thick and thin. [break][break] With the battlefield clear, Zachary entered the arena where Kadabra was standing. The seemingly stoic Pokemon was unmoving till he saw Zachary approach beside him and he stared up to him. "Tarot, please... I know you liked to pull pranks on me and cause mischief, but this is not good." Zachary said, trying to communicate as best he could to his Kadabra. "You're an amazing Pokemon, and I knew that even when you were an Abra. But if we can't listen to one another, then we are gonna suffer for it. Can we please try to get along? You know I wouldn't have worked so hard to catch you if I didn't want you around right?" Zachary said, showing a moment of sincerity. "And battles like this should mean a lot to us both. So do you think you can try and listen to me a little more?" [break][break] Kadabra just perma-stared at Zachary, as if he was looking right through him. While it seemed he was listening-- it was unclear what he was thinking, partly due to his high intelligence. Finally, after a pause, he raised up his free claw and beckoned a finger towards him. [break][break] Zachary blinked, curious what his Kadabra wanted. "What is it, Tarot? Is there something important you want to tell me?" [break][break] Still wordless, Kadabra beckoned the finger to get Zachary closer. The trainer leaned in closer till he was up in front of Kadabra, face to face. "Yep, buddy. I'm listening," Zachary said with anticipation. The kadabra paused for a moment and... [break][break][break][break]...WAAACK!![break][break] Just when the moment looked promising, Zachary was met with the blunt impact of Kadabra's spoon! Dizzy, back at the end of the arena, was agap with alarm and anger to see the Kadabra just right-up strike his trainer with the utensil. "Oow!" Zachary cried, rubbing his head from the minor slap. While not exceptionally painful, it still rattled Zachary. [break][break] With Zachary getting 'sucker punched' Tarot watched his reaction-- and his face showing a sign of GLEE as his eyes were closed, his musctash hiding the shadows of a smile. "Ku-ku-ku-ku-kud!" it purred-- being the closest thing to what a Kadabra could do to laugh! . [break][break] Recovering from the smack, Zachary rose up, his expression showing pure frustration. "Taaarrroooot... That's it!" he growled, and ran to grab the Kadabra. [break][break] Zachary tried to grab hold of him-- but naturally seeing it coming, Tarot blinked and vanished the moment before he could grab him. [break][break] The Kadabra reappeared behind Zachary, still laughing in entertainment. [break][break] For a few moments, it was a game of 'cat and mouse' as Zachary tried to catch Kadabra, only for the psychic Pokemon to teleport behind him, again and again. Even more so, Tarot was enjoying himself to play 'teleport tag' with his silly trainer. [break][break] One could only wonder what Josh would think about this 'slapstick' behavior. Zachary was not an incompetent trainer-- and yet his Kadabra was the most unruly, rebellious, and wily pokemon yet seen. [break][break] Finally tired of chasing after his Kadabra, Zachary sighed exhausted. "Now I know why you cause people headaches-- YOU JUST DRIVE THEM CRAZY!" Zachary shouted at his Kadabra, which still laughed at him. [break][break]

Josh Devlin

NOTES

✦ Tarot has defeated Beedrill (surprisingly) [break]

✦ Zachary tries to get his Kadabra to listen to him and is seemingly making progress-- till Kadabra Bonks him on the head with his spoon![break]

✦ Zachary attempts to catch Tarot but the Kadabra plays Teleport Tag and laughs.[break]

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Another attack came from Beedrill-- Drill Run of all things as the Bee and its stinger entered a twister , and dove to strike Kadabra. Zachary grimaced at the incoming bug attack, hating it for both Tarot not obeying him, and worse for an incoming bug attack! "Tarot, come on! Confusion-- hurry!" Zachary tried again! [break][break] However, Tarot had other plans. [break][break] The sharp-eyed Kadabra soon raised its spoon. Though it was disobedient-- it still had every intention to fight, otherwise it had not emerged to the arena. With the Beedrill in its sights-- Kadabra focused. His psychic aura glowed around him as he raised his spoon in hand. "Dabra..." he hissed, and the aura cloaked spoon soon bent left.[break][break] In that instance, the same aura took hold of Beedril. With the direction of the spoon-- the Beedrill's Drill Run veered violently to the left as well, missing Kadabra and aimed to potentially crash into the ground. [break][break] Disbelief came to Zachary not just cause it once again disobeyed his orders-- but this time it used a move that Zachary didn't even know it could do. KINESIS. A move that manipulated enemy attacks to evade harm. [break][break] IN the heat of the battle-- Josh soon raised the question that made Zachary embarrassed. How long had he had Tarot for? "Um... about a month?" Zachary replied, sheepishly. "I been trying to get him to listen but he is difficult... and stubborn!" Zachary added with a harsh tone to the Kadabra. [break][break] Tarot just gave a breath, not looking back to Zachary just yet as it shook its head, its whiskers shaking with him. [break][break]With a brief opening, Zachary strove to TRY and get Kadabra to listen to him. "Tarot, I know you want to battle and I know you want to show what you can do. So please, just listen to me and attack!" Zachary pleaded, and tried one more time! "Use, CONFUSION!" [break][break] What happened next was predictable, but surprising. [break][break] Naturally, Kadabra didn't follow his trainer's command but his eyes glowed as it did choose to attack the Beedrill. It glowed with a strong aura-- and this time, surrounding Beedrill as it recovered from its fail dive. It was lifted off the ground, as if suspended in mid air,its wings stopped. Confusion only manipulated minor areas-- but this was stronger! This was PSYCHIC!. [break][break] "Kada--BRA!" Tarot pointed his free hand back towards Josh's side of the field-- and the Beedrill was sent violently flying in that direction! The shock alone would do some damage, but if it did enough, depended on the Beedrill. [break][break] Zachary blinked, baffled. "W-wait a minute? When did it know that?! No way Abra could of been this strong when we caught him, could he?" Zachary looked to Dizzy, baffled. [break][break] Dizzy shrugged, unaware just how much power the psychic pokemon had when they first met. They had presumed he was young as an Abra-- but perhaps he had a 'growth-spurt' of power that gave him more abilities than they knew! [break][break]

Josh Devlin

NOTES

✦ Tarot disobeys but uses Kinesis lowering Beedrill's accuracy and evades Drill Run .[break]

✦ Zachary orders Tarot to use Confusion-- but fails as it instead uses Psychic[break]

✦ Kadabra attacks Beedrill with Psychic to send it flying.[break]

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