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The days that past were pure agony. He was humiliated, hurt, his brused bones-- if they were not broken, hurt more than he could stand. He was constant target whenever he struggled, by that stupid, muscle-headed dumb dog! His parents must of been worried, and maybe even thought him dead. He would of been... or might as well been with how he felt. If he had not had the care of Alexei Ivanov he would of been dead already. The days blured together of work, exhaustion and pain. Still, he would dream... he would dream of finding his pokemon. He would dream to helping his friends. He would dream of escaping this nightmare. [break][break] However, he became aware of one thing. He WAS in Area Zero! There was no other explanation for so many crystals, the foreign invaders-- they came from the dimensional breeches that went to other worlds. There was no other explanation. And good news-- with the League exploratory base, it meant there was a nearby place for rescue. It was that share fact in his mind that kept him alert and aware. Still, he had no clue where his Pokemon were. The situation still seemed bleak... His only peace, was the dream-- and it became his other reality. [break][break]

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[break][break] Each time he went there, he had more control of himself-- lucid dreaming. Others had done it. He soon found his friends! Elise Calcifet , Josh Devlin , ever blackwell and Alexei Ivanov too! Everyone in the prison was part of this 'dreamscape' in the city, and there were others. People, and the pokemon in the tanks. [break][break] Zachary soon found all of them, suspended in the tanks. He was now near his Kadabra, Tarot. The poor Kadabra was still in the tank. Zachary pressed his hand against the tank, trying to reach him-- even in his thoughts but nothing stirred. Tears would fall from his eyes, feeling powerless. He felt so close to them there-- knowing this place was NOT just a dream. Yet he couldn't do anything to save them. [break][break] He would soon find the Azelf too-- having high regard for the legendary pokemon, but he too was trapped. Like praying to a deity, Zachary placed his hand to the vat that contained Azelf. "I... I want to keep going. I can't give up. Each day they try to break us. TO make us give up hope... but, I can't! I won't! I have to save my friends, I have to do something! Anything! Please. There has to be something I can do! I want to save you, and protect those that matter! Please! I refuse to be this weak! I won't!!" Zachary shouted. [break][break] However, in perfect timing-- or to just coincidence, he heard it. He heard the whisper in his head, almost so soft it felt like a fleeting bit of Zachary's own imagination. Azelf's instructions. They were going to break free! Azelf's broken but clear instructions were clear. Zachary committed it to memory, hearing the words, bottom, lake-- that they had to go deeper, not up and out! [break][break] He felt himself start to wake again, knowing the others heard it too. The flame of hope, that once was about to die began to burn again in his chest. He swore to himself, he would free his friends, both human and his pokemon! [break][break]

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[break][break] That day, he didn't hesitate. He ate the whole Moochi, needing all the strength he could muster. It felt sickening to eat the whole thing, or maybe it was just his pride. Who cared. [break][break] For the moment, Zachary wondered if it was a dream and only a dream... till he saw the Terrastellar crystals start to shine brightly today. Something did feel different, even as he was urged to shove boxes, collect crystals and basically work like a mutt! [break][break] He then heard the sound! And the light-- the bright shine of power that soon illuminated the cavern! [break][break] The time was NOW![break][break][break][break][break][break] Zachary felt the shot of adreniline, energy and hope that surged through his mind, like when he had a creative idea. His very vision lit up-- and he soon felt that spark of hope become a wildfire in him. As he saw the chaos unfold, saw a glimmer! Something not from the Tera Crystals, but almost like a trail-- a winding path invisible otherwise. But he instinctively knew-- he knew it was a path that led to where he wanted to go! TO find the bottom, and to get there safely. [break][break] From those who saw him-- one would see through his mask-- his eyes now glowed a very odd blue hue, like stars shimmering in the sky! STARGAZER'S EYES![break][break] He took action and ran! "Hurry! Now's our chance!! Get to the meeting spot!!" Zachary shouted, trying to get the other prisoner's attention-- and not reveal to their captors where they were going! [break][break] Despite the pain, despite the weakness, Zachary ran, following the starry path in his eyes! It zig-zagged, seeming to be placed around where guards were-- until the butt-ugly Okidogi tried to bar Zachary's path! [break][break] Zachary saw the dog, and no longer afraid of another beating-- Zachary wanted to find a way past him. The starry path seemed to show him were to go-- in a daring dive between the dog's squatted legs. [break][break] With too little time to question, acting now on instinct and will-- Zachary dove forward! The Okidogi brought a powerful fist down-- but hit only dirt as Zachary shot forward and rolled under the dog's legs! He got back to his feet, fighting the pain in his sides, and continued to run for the end of the cavern! [break][break] With all the chaos of the guards, the light, and everything else-- Zachary's path was clear as he followed the mystical trail, showing him the lift that led them downward! He could see others start to gather there, having the same idea! [break][break] Zachary reached the lift to join the others. As he looked around, he saw similar colors-- similar lights around him, some made him feel anxious, while others showed opportunities, more so surrounding friends. He didn't understand what he was seeing, but he felt more safe now than he had in the past week. Whatever it was, these 'eyes' were showing him one thing for sure-- a way to freedom and to his loved ones! He would see ever blackwell , Josh Devlin , Alexei Ivanov and many others he knew in the chaos and waved to them. "Hurry! Over here! This way out!" he waved, trying to urge them away from the 'danger' he saw in his eyes. [break][break][break][break]

Alexei Ivanov

NOTES

✦ Seeing his Pokemon trapped in the dream and prays to Azelf to help them find a way out. He hears Azelf words, inspiring him not to give up hope! [break]
✦ Eats a whole Mew-Damn Moochi for energy.[break]
✦ As he works, he hears the cue and the sound of Terrastellization somewhere nearby and all hell breaks loose. [break]
✦ As the spark of hope rekindles-- Zachary's eyes glow with a psychic energy in the form of his "Toxic Chain" Ability -- Stargazer to see paths of safety towards his desired goals. It also lets him see glows that surrong strong threats. A form of a pokemon's "Forwarn" ability perhaps. [break]
✦ Zachary reaches the lift that would lead them down to the bottom of the prison-- where they had to go! Waves to his friends towards him, seeing the path to keep safe and get them there! [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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Zachary looked at the new pokemon, curious by them. They were both moth-like and while not the same, they still gave Zachary a bit of concern. ONe was more 'fluffy' than the others being as white as snow. The other one, glowing looking like it could be on fire, which made him a bit nervous. Zachary sat t here, still had his arms and legs tucked in as he observed them but kept his distance. "I'm sorry.. Just getting near them... they make my skin crawl, or they may start nibbling on me. I don't know..." he paused as he wished he didn't feel this way. [break][break] As he sat there-- he was unaware of the Crockanaw slinking closer from the river. The carnivorous water dweller was getting closer and closer, its jaws tempted to knaw on something-- till [break][break] "Swadloom!" The Swadloom spotted it. Coming to her trainer's aid, the little leaf bug threw a series of Razor Leafs at it. The Crockanaw saw this, startled as the swirl of leaves nipped at its scales. Startled, the little crocodile fled-- retreating back to the water. [break][break] Zachary was startled by this, seeing the Crockanaw try to take a bite out of him, and soon was surprised to see that Swadloon came to his rescue. [break][break] He was stunned knowing his bug pokemon, who he had shown reluctance to-- had saved him. [break][break] "Swadloon... I... Thank you." Zachary said, seeing as the little leaf bug waddle up to him. Hesitant but intending, Zachary reached out to try and pet the little bug. The Swadloon nuzzled Zachary's hand, grateful for the caress.[break][break] The fear melted a little to Zachary, realizing he was among a good Pokemon who cared, and wasn't trying to hurt him.[break][break]

Shalin Nariya

NOTES

✦Wild Duo with Shalin.[break]

✦ Passing on Both[break]

✦ All of Zachary's Pokemon are now out and around.

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The girl seemed very disassociate to the problem going on now. He didn't really know how to really try to get to know her too well. Perhaps he was just being a pain and getting in her way. She wasn't curious, or interested to what was getting Prophet so agitated. He cast his gaze away. It was clear she had other things on her mind snd things to do. [break][break] Zachary soon leaned down to his Xatu, clearly showing he was excited about something. Still despite how odd his Xatu was, he still trusted Prophet. He was one of his oldest and most dependable Pokemon. He trusted his wisdom and judgment. [break][break] "Well, I guess I can't help but feel that is that then. But I know that Prophet wouldn't bring it up if it wasn't important." Zachary said as he looked to the girl and her Luxray. "It was nice meeting you. I'm sorry if I bothered you. I hope maybe we will meet again. Take care," Zachary said. [break][break] He soon left, with Dizzy quick in toe. Prophet, eager to show Zachary what was wrong-- flew in the direction of the city, to show Zachary what he found. Perhaps that girl didn't mean what she said, but Zachary knew she wasn't likely to get involved. So it was best to leave. [break][break]

Eris Halla        

NOTES

✦ XXX[break]

✦XXX [break]

✦ XXX

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It was quite amazing how interconnected each roll in the league was. A gym Leader could become an Elite Four member. The sky seemed to be the limit of how far a person could go. He wanted to be a gym leader, loving the idea to help trainers grow as much as challenging them. Now he wondered if his dreams were more modest. Still, he felt an odd sense of confidence in knowing how the League's big shots really do support their Gym Leaders so much. Zachary couldn't contain the small smile on his face, feeling more assured. And now, he was excited to battle Josh to show what he could do. [break][break] They soon reached the battle arena, and Josh began to show his own pokemon. He soon lured out his female Pyroar that Zachary had once petted a few moments ago. He wasn't sure how he was going to battle that one as easily. The other one was a blue-colored Sylpheon. A rare Eevee evolution much like the Leafeon he had, but the different color was indeed rare. Zachary saw as it used its ribbon-like appendages to hug Josh, which was very, very sweet! [break][break]However, the final pokemon was not to Zachary's liking as a vicious buzz filled the air! He soon looked up and was in shock to see a GINORMOUS Beedrill of all things fly right next to Josh. It seemed stalwart and stoic in hits behavior but Josh had no problem going near it. [break][break] Zachary grew rigid at the sight of the giant Beedrill. Dizzy knew of Zachary's phobia and let out a breath. Using his stick, Dizzy poked Zachary, trying to get the boy to snap out of it. [break][break] Zachary shook his head, shaking the sensation of the Beedrill near him out of his head. In the end, HIS pokemon would be dealing with it-- but still, Zachary didn't like the idea of a Beedrill or other violent bugs that attacked. He rubbed his arm, as he fought to get over it. [break][break] Josh would clearly tell Zachary was uneased about something, but Zachary was trying his best to not let his fear rule him. Not now. Not when he wanted to show his worth to be a Gym Leader. If he fought other trainers as a Gym Leader, he was going to fight all kinds of Pokemon. Including bug types. [break][break] With a sharp breath, Zachary stood at the end of the arena. The arena was a massive grassy field, like one would imagine a football field, surrounding by a large track and a waterway, and further surrounded by bleachers. It was hard to imagine all this was indoors. It was a very wide grassy field, offering little cover but plenty of fighting room for his pokemon. [break][break] Given the choice of Pokemon his opponent, Josh now was going to choose, Zachary had a good idea of who he wanted. His best Pokemon he had on hand at the moment-- was Dizzy the Delphox, Happy, his Mime Jr, and Prophet the Xatu. All of them had advantages and disadvantages. His others were good too, but he needed to train them more. If he was going to show his best, he would use the pokemon he got earliest and grew the strongest. Zachary took out a Pokeball, marked with a Zero ensignia on it. [break][break] "I'm ready, " Zachary said as he took hold of his Pokeball for the first one. He drew his arm back. "I choose--" [break][break] Crak-pooooorr! [break][break] Unexpectedly, light shot out from his jacket pocket-- as one of his other pokeballs opened all on its own! Zachary looked stunned as the pokemon emerged from its light-- revealing to be a floating, yellow critter with spiky ears, narrow face, its claws tucked in as it seemed to slumber. "Aaaaaaaa.... braaaa...." Abra , named Tarot, purred as it sat there on its own volition without being called. [break][break] A stupefied look crossed Zachary's face as he held his pokeball mid-throw. Dizzy too look stupfied to see the disobedient Abra make a sudden appearance. [break][break] "T-TAROT!!" Zachary shouted, now angry that his Pokemon-- the most difficult one he met, decided to pop out without warning. [break][break] This was just humiliating as Zachary came here intending to prove his worth to his friend, show he could be a great Gym Leader-- and the most difficult Pokemon decided to hop right up to the front line without orders. "Tarot, I mean it. Now is NOT the time! Get back over here!" he shouted to the 'seemingly' sleeping pokemon. [break][break] The Abra just levitated there, seemingly uncaring or ignorant to his trainer's demand. [break][break] Zachary face-palmed himself, running his fingers through his hair to get over the shock. He looked to Josh on the opposing side of the battle. "I... don't suppose you'd let me take that move back?" Zachary asked sheepishly, his embarrassment clear by the red on his face. [break][break]

Josh Devlin

NOTES

✦ 3 on 3, single battle starting.[break]

✦ Zachary attempts to bring in his first Pokemon....[break]

✦ Zachary sele-- OOPS! A Wild Abra has appeared!.[break]

✦ Tarot the Abra takes the first spot in the battle.[break]

✦ Prompt to Josh: "There are no take-backs in my gym." ROFL. ROFL similar moment

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Zachary felt confident as a plan was coming together. Xatu was off to gather the vines or whatever foliage could be gathered, and the nearby water pokemon who wanted to help, were now gathering the seaweed. If they all worked together, they could corner that road-rage rodent. As they began their search, Zachary felt a nudge at his leg, and a meow from it. He looked down to see his Spriggatito, Morgana try to get his attention. The little green cat sat down and meowed, with pleading eyes. Zachary could only presume it wanted to help too. However, there was little the cat could do right now. It was still young and still had much growing to do. [break][break] Feeling bad for it, Zachary knelt down and began to pet Spriggatito behind the ears, making it purr. "I'm sorry, Morgana. There isn't much else you can do right now. It's fine though. Just relax and stay near Dizzy, Calipso and Cetus for now. It's okay. I'm glad you're here all the same," Zachary said, trying to be encouraging to his new cat. [break][break] THe grass cat Morgana sighed, giving a 'disappointed' look with its eyes. [break][break] Before long, Xatu returned, a series of vines trailing behind it from its clenched talons. One by one, water pokemon began to pull up, including a DHELMGIST that just lurched out a lot of seaweed. "Thank you. This should be more than enough," Zachary offered, helping remove the seaweed from the now-tangled-up Pokemon who lugged it there. [break][break] After a bit of time, Zachary and the others worked to fashion a workable net, tying parts and weaving others to make it passable. After which, using Psychic Dizzy covered the net with a small layer of sand to act as a trap, only seaweed showing through it. The trap was set more or less. [break][break] Now the hard part was luring the creature in. [break][break]Josh's comment was indeed a welcomed addition. "Well, hopefully if you can lure the thing into land. Beyond that, I doubt he could move as fast up on land. I mean, while Cetus can levitate in the air while out of water-- it moves far slower than without proper water, ya know?" he expressed, and looked out to the water. There was no sign of the Alola Raichu anywhere on the horizon. "The real problem is getting it's attention. I mean that road-rage rodent can be anywhere on the coast? How are we gonna even get its attention to even come close back here? " he asked. [break][break] After a moment, Dizzy's expression snapped up with attention-- having an idea! If he was an electric type, a lightbulb would of gone off above his head! The Delphox let out a series of barks, trying to tell Josh and Zachary he had an idea. "Dizzy, what is it? Something on your mind, buddy?" he asked. [break][break] At that moment, Dizzy took out his stick, and the flame sprouted out from its tip. Dizzy began to draw a wide-arching circle of fire in the air, aimed upward. Slowly, the flames went from orange to a hue of rainbow colors-- the signature flame of Mystical Fire. [break][break] Dizzy continued to swirl the stick, making the ring grow bigger and bigger above their heads. As it got a few meters wide, reaching overhead most of them-- Dizzy stopped, letting the fire levitate in the air. The fox took a deep breath, and soon released a howl, breathing out fire through the ring! [break][break] The flame became a massive blaze up into the air! The fire in all its hues of colors and glow-- began to take a shape up in the air, psychic power crafting a picture. The flames became like fireworks-- forming a blazing caricature Dizzy's face, followed by a picture of a silly-looking Raichu, seeming as if to of fallen off its own tail. [break][break] The mocking drawing burned in the air for a good long while, probably visible for miles around up in the air. [break][break] Zachary paused as he saw Dizzy's ingenuity, almost stunned by the remarkable display. Happy looked on and cheered, loving the colors. Xatu, Calypso, and even Morgana were impressed, seeing the beautiful blaze. [break][break] If that didn't get Raichu's attention, nothing would. [break][break] "Heh... Subtle," Zachary replied sarcastically and soon turned to Dizzy. The fox met his gaze, curious by his words. Soon though, Zachary jumped up to his Delphox and wrapped an arm around him. "You sly fox! That was great Dizzy! Good job! That's certainly gonna light a fire under its tail!" Zachary cheered and gave a rough ruffle of the Delphox's head and ears. Dizzy gave both appreciative and embarrassed grunts at the fun but rough caress he got from his trainer. [break][break] It would only be a matter of time now before the Alola Raichu answered the not-so-subtle non-verbal challenge that burned in the air.[break][break]

Josh Devlin              

NOTES

✦ Social Thread.[break]

✦ The Wild Pokemon and Zachary's all work together to make a trap.[break]

✦ Spriggatito wants to help but is too young and limited to help now. [break]

✦ The trap is set but need a way to lure Raichu in[break]

✦Dizzy then uses Mystical Fire to create a blazing picture in the sky to provoke Raichu to come towards them. Raichu will likely see it for miles. [break]

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The job was pretty clear. When Zachary took this job, it was a good way to earn some much needed money, but also learn more about how to be a Gym Leader. He needed more experience, so when he found this job to solve a "Voltorb problem" it seemed interesting. Of course he didn't know how it be like walking near landmines! [break][break] Zachary reached the registered route, Rustboro City. It was no surprise that electric types called this region home. Still, not many would burry into the ground to become living landmines. That was just dangerous. One wrong step and you're history. [break][break] Zachary and Dizzy, his Delphox, soon joined the area, looking at the suspicious monds in the dirt road. "Well... this is unnerving," Zachary said sarcastically, to which Dizzy shared his feelings with a sigh as well. [break][break] Suddenly, the shout of a person grasped their attention. Some man who had appeared out of nowhere, begging for help that someone attacked him. [break][break] "Excuse me?!" the trainer said, baffled. [break][break] It was then that someone threw something from above-- and made one of the Voltorb nearby mad! "Not good!" Zachary shouted and soon got out one of his pokeballs. "Happy, we need your help!"[break][break] Zachary produced out his Mime Jr, Happy! The little mime happily appeared with a cheer, but soon saw the Voltorb about to blow its top. [break][break] "Happy, hurry! Use Light Screen!" Zachary cried. [break][break] No stranger to defense, Happy raised its little arms and produced a protective barrier around them-- just as the Voltorb erupted. [break][break] Ka-BOOOM!! The explosion echoed as soon the dust began to clear-- revealing Zachary, Dizzy, Happy and the stranger protected by the rainbow-veil of energy erected. [break][break] Zachary sighed in relief, getting Happy out just in time. "Note to self. Teach Dizzy a defensive move..." Zachary said, making the Delphox look to Zachary a touch irritated. [break][break] Looking up to where the object came from, Zachary looked to find an open window of a building nearby and there was a white haired man with a cold expression! Zachary glared back up at him. For Kazuya Yoshida , it be plain to see that Zachary was an up and coming Pokemon trainer, league associated. Of course, Zachary had no idea who this person was -- unless he was wearing some lame Rocket insignia. [break][break] Either way Zachary glared up angrily at the man, realizing he could of gotten them all really hurt. "Hey! Who are you and what do you think your doing? You could of gotten all of us blown up!" he shouted. [break][break] The Delphox too voiced his fiery anger, giving a series of barks up at the window. [break][break]

Kazuya Yoshida

NOTES

✦ Voltorb Seasonal Mission.[break]

✦ XXX.[break]

✦ XXX.

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They were nearing the end of their trek, the winding roads leading to the distant area of a nearby town. However-- as they walked, a sudden gust of wind spwet through the field. The tall grass blew violently, and Zachary and Dizzy felt the sting of the wind. The two braced themselves from the violent gust. "What's going on?!" Zachary shouted, his Delphox too giving a bark of dismay. [break][break] It was then that suddenly overhead, a shadow formed. At first Zachary thought it was a storm-- but it soon turned out to be a shape. A very unusual bird shape that flew overhead! Zachary looked up, and surprise turned to awe. [break][break] A MASSIVE SIGILYPH. He would have thought it was a legendary pokemon if he didn't know any better. Even Dizzy was impressed by how big it was, looking more like an airship than a pokemon. [break][break] "No way!" Zachary gasped as he took out his pokedex. [break][break][break][break] It was clearly powerful as its 'eye' locked on to Zachary and Dizzy. A cluster of psychic energy began to form before it-- preparing to fire. [break][break] "Uh oh!" Zachary gasped. He quickly took out a Pokeball. While he wanted Dizzy to battle it, that attack would hit them both. "Happy! We need you!" Zachary cried and threw out a Pokeball. [break][break] The ball opened and from its light, an adorable Mime Jr. appeared. The little mime cheered and soon saw the massive beast above them, along with the incoming PSybeam attack. With a small cry of surprise, Happy soon raised its little arms-- and a veil of rainbow light appeared. Light Screen was used, as the beam came down-- which was soon diffused and shattered to sparkling bits of light against the mime's shield. [break][break] Happy's fast action saved them, but now Zachary knew this would only end in a battle. "Okay, if it wants a fight, let's give it one. Dizzy, your up!" Zachary encouraged. Dizzy gave a positive bark and jumped into the fray next to Happy. He drew his stick and it became alit with flames. [break][break] "Dizzy, use Calm Mind! Power up!" Dizzy focused, its body and eyes glowing with building psychic power as used the move. [break][break] However as it did, power also gathered in SIGILYPH. Sky Attack!. The enemy was preparing for a mighty dive-bomb and probably a strong one as it slowly began to gather energy and loom closer. [break][break] Seeing this, Zachary knew it was coming in soon for a direct attack! "Dizzy, hurry! Use Mystical Fire!!" he shouted. [break][break] With the runic bird in his sights, Dizzy raised his stick and drew a circle. Rainbow flames came from the tip, making a circle in the air. Finally, as the bird began its descent, Dizzy howled and blew out fire from its mouth towards it. [break][break] Rainbow fire shot skyward, and struck the SIGILYPH. It let out a loud groan as it was hit-- and causing it to diverge from its path. [break][break] The massive bird-like pokemon soon fell to the fields, crashing down and sliding, leaving a massive trench in its wake. Zachary quickly ran towards it, seeing it in its weakened state. [break][break] This was his chance. "Alright! You're MINE SIGILYPH!" Zachary shouted and threw a Pokeball towards it. [break][break] The ball hit its back, being such a large target. In that moment, the ball opened and its body glowed-- transformed into energy. It took several seconds for its massive size to be contained as it was collected and sucked into the Pokeball. [break][break] It wobbled, showing some resistance. A pause was in the air as Happy and Dizzy joined him, seeing the ball wobble. Finally, it stopped, securing the beast. [break][break] A sigh of relief came from Zachary, and he flopped to the ground, having been exhausted. [break][break] Mimicking him, Happy did the same on the grass, leaving Delphox to look at them both with a puzzled face. [break][break] "That was scary... but so worth it..." Zachary sighed, feeling tired from the journey and the battle. [break][break] "Mimi..." Happy chirped. [break][break] After a moment's rest, Zachary got up and retrieved the new Pokemon. With it in hand, he slowly got to his senses and returned to his partner Pokemon. All squred away, they headed on to the end of the road and to the next town...[break][break]

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NOTES

✦ Wild Solo Encounter. [break]

✦ Using Incense for Psychic Pokemon Encounters.[break]

✦ Catching SIGILYPH via battle.

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"Wait-- the ELITE FOUR THEMSELVES evaluate? Oh wow... but that's okay! Haha... no pressure," Zachary said with amazement, surprise, and a touch of nervousness to learn that the four region champions would do evaluations too. Despite what he said, he had some reason for pressure. [break][break] Dizzy the Delphox sighed, realizing Zachary got all flustered at the mention of the Elite Four. The Delphox only shrugged, knowing his trainer was rather excitable at times. Especially with bugs... [break][break] Shaking off the details of the Elite Four, Zachary listened at the details of what it took to be a Gym Leader. How to evaluate other trainers, identify their strengths and weaknesses for their own education and benefit-- and also one's self as well. A lot of self reflection and learning was needed even for any gym leader. More so, badges were the mark of accomplishment and goals for a trainer, acting to show one's skill. While a simple trophy to earn them required great skill and knowledge, and it was up to the Gym Leader to evaluate that. Everyone kept growing. In reflection Zachary soon reached into his pocket, and took out the deck of Tarot Cards he always carried. The mysterious logo on the back and the symbols they meant-- it helped him grow too. He too, had to grow and he knew his limits. Though his desire to be a gym leader was strong, he wanted to continue his growth too. [break][break] But now the hammer was brought down as it was time to battle! A gulp came from Zachary, but any nervousness faded when Dizzy gave an excited bark and drew his stick out for a fight. The Fox gave Zachary a confident glance, showing he was ready to go. Zachary smiled and gave his Delphox a pet. "Alright, let's get started!" Zachary said, having wanted to battle Josh for some time now! [break][break] Giving a moment to think, Zachary decided on what he wanted to do. "How about a 3-on-3 single battle. First to knock-out the 3 remaining ones wins? " he asked. [break][break] Zachary had to wonder what the arena that Josh had would look like. He seen enough arenas in person and in videos, so he wondered if Josh's pokemon arena was any different? He seemed like someone who did things differently after all. [break][break]

Josh Devlin

NOTES

✦ Requestiong 3 on 3, single battle.[break]

✦ XXX.[break]

✦ XXX.

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Wrrrrish! [break][break] The whoosh and rush of Teleport was always fun for him as he felt himself transported to the areas around Mt. Pyre. It was one of the few places he knew to find Psychic and Ghost Pokemon. He appeared there, with Dizzy, his Delphox companion-- and the one who teleported him. His Kadabra-- Tarot. Kadabra was kind enough to teleport them back to the areas of this route-- though not usually for free. [break][break] Further, perched on Zachary's shoulder was his loving bird-- a Hoothoot he named Nyx. The little bird enjoyed being perched on her friendly trainer's shoulder. [break][break] "Thanks for the ride, Taro---" [break][break] WACK!! The Kadabra did what it usually did whenever it got the chance. Bonking Zachary on the head with its silver spoon. Hoothoot gave an angry series of cries, upset the Kadabra would hit its trainer. Tarot didn't respond to it, and in the end, even Dizzy, the Delphox who voiced his disapproval the most-- just sighed, knowing this would happen. [break][break] Rubbing his head and getting the message, Zachary took out Tarot's Pokeball and recalled the Kadabra, allowing it to rest after using its energy to teleport them this far. [break][break] The place was as overcast as ever, showing a rather gloomy atmosphere. [break][break] A chill was in the air, making Dizzy the Delphox' fur shiver, and so did Zachary as he tugged up his coat around him. [break][break] "Hopefully the weather isn't as bad as it looks," Zachary said, looking at the overcast sky. He knew how much Dizzy hated the rain too. [break][break] Still, he enjoyed going to explore the surrounding areas to find Pokemon he liked, to make new friends, and have new adventures in this mysterious place. And who knew what else-- or who else was around here. [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]

✦ XXX.

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As they moved through the winding road, the movement of something caught both their attention. A strange osterage-- and soon Zachary recognized it. A Espathra--a bird-like psychic type. Zachary had one named Cleo, and though he hesitated to use her in battles yet, he had to admit the bird was quite beautiful. "Wow, Dizzy look at that? She's pretty regal, isn't she?" Zachary said. He wasn't interested in battling or catching it, but looked on in interest to see the bird graze along. Dizzy gave a happy bark at the sight of the bird. [break][break]The two paused on their trip to watch as the bird grazed, eating some flowers it liked as it moved and craned around. Zachary, tempted, took out his phone and took a picture of it. One of the thrills he had was taking pictures of these pokemon in their natural environment. It was similar to the Safari Zone. He snapped a few pictures, intending to share it with friends. [break][break] Eventually, the bird took notice to Zachary and Dizzy in the distance. It gazed at them for a moment, then after with its tummy full and not wanting to stick around, the bird took off running into the tall grass again, wary of the human presence. [break][break] Zachary let out a breath, sad to see it go but glad he got some photos. The two continued back on the road to the next town... [break][break]

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NOTES

✦ Wild Solo Encounter. [break]

✦ Using Incense for Psychic Pokemon Encounters.[break]

✦ Passing on Espathra.

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Something shiny caught their attention, lying on the side of the road. Curious, Dizzy approached the strange metal plate on the ground. It was almost like a face with an odd shape as Dizzy picked it up, seeing how shiny it was. [break][break] It was then suddenly, the strange disk jumped in the fox's paws. Alarmed by the fire type, the Bronzor tore free from the pokemon's paws. With a loud metallic cry, the floating piece of metal flew off back into the tall grass, vanishing from view. [break][break] Dizzy looked dumbfounded, not realizing it was a Pokemon too. EVen Zachary was surprised by it. "Don't take it personally, Dizzy. Maybe it was just shy." he said, trying hard not to laugh. [break][break] Dizzy just grumbled, feeling silly it didn't know it was a pokemon[break][break]

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NOTES

✦ Wild Solo Encounter. [break]

✦ Using Incense for Psychic Pokemon Encounters.[break]

✦ Passing on Bronzor.