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By then Dizzy had regained a little of his strength as he slowly stood up. He shook his head, his fur shaking off debris and grass. [break][break] His advice about his Kadabra, Tarot was sound. Zachary had been meaning to, to try to work out their problems. Tarot had plenty of time out too, but it always seemed to end with him wanting to bonk him on the head with his spoon. And he loved Teleporting around to make things challenging. [break][break] "And how do I negative reinforce him when he loves to teleport away after hitting me with the spoon?" Zachary questioned Josh with a sarcastic quip. Dizzy gave a bark of agreement, indicating he too understood it was hard to wrangle that particular pokemon. [break][break] The embarrassment aside, Zachary pulled himself together. "Well... what about my aptitude as a Gym Leader? What did you think? " Zachary asked, hoping he had met the Gym Leader's mark to maybe be among them. [break][break]

Josh Devlin

NOTES

✦Battle continues Final match. Battle is proclaimed a tie! [break]

✦ Dizzy is KOed from shockwave and ends Tera Boost. [break]

✦ XXXX[break]

✦ XXXX

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All the while, Shalin's Ninetails took things to the next step and soon brushed her head against Dizzy, letting out a soft coo of affection to the fire Delphox. Dizzy flinched, his light fur suddenly adding a new shade of red to his cheeks. [break][break] Letheia seemed to had a crush on Dizzy, and was being very froward with wanting to be closer to him. Of course, Dizzy, being the more reserved-- was caught completely off guard by the loving head-bump. [break][break] Zachary caught it and couldn't help but snicker. He tried to cover his mouth but he couldn't hide his laughter. "Ooooh, Dizzy! Are things about to get steamy between you two? Ahahaha!" Zachary laughed, unable to hold it in anymore. [break][break] Dizzy barked Zachary, flame starting to burn off his fur from his embarrassment and annoyance at his trainer's words. [break][break] Of course, Letheia wasn't afraid as she gave a small huff of cold air-- squelching it as she continued to nuzzle Dizzy. [break][break] Meanwhile, Hermes figured the lovely lady trainer was gonna hug him, squeeze him, say loving sweet things into his ear at how amazing he was... [break][break] ... and didn't expect the sudden change of weight as the girl hopped onto his back and sat on him. [break][break]"RAAAII?!" Hermes cried as he nearly lost his balance off his levitating tail! Normally his tail held the weight of most, even when Zachary rode him. However, Shalin just jumped right on his back as if he was a horse, or other kind of mount. The sheer shift made him drop his 'altitidue' from the weight. [break][break] Shalin probably saw this coming, but soon Hermes let out a cry and started to zoom! He raced around, trying to get the girl to get off his back as he flew across the field. [break][break] Zachary looked in shock as he saw Hermes try to dislodge the overly eager woman. "Shalin! Stop! I REALLY DON'T THINK HERMES LIKES THAT!!" Zachary cried, hearing Hermes cries of disapproval as he flew across the field. [break][break]

Shalin Nariya @tag @tag

NOTES

✦ Bond Bridge May-2024XXX.[break]
✦ XXX [break]
✦ XXX

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Out of the two Meowstic-- the one who lived here was becoming more and more concerned as they wandered the hall. They soon approached something that did come off odd. [break][break] They soon reached a single door at the end of a hallway-- which was an unusual shade of deep blue. Though with no light, it was bright enough to stand out in the dark hallway. It almost seemed significant. Even out of place for the house. Regal, mysterious, alluring. [break][break] As they would approach the door-- the Meowstic there would grow concerned. "Mre! Mreow! Meow-meow!" it cried, trying to deter them away from the door. [break][break] Zachary knew the Meowstic was concerned. "It really seems upset about this door. I know we shouldn't open it but we gotta press forward right?" Zachary said as he approached the door with Razz! Looking to his other pokemon, they seemed ready as they nodded to Zachary, anticipating anything dangerous beyond the door. [break][break] Zachary took a deep breath, and reached the doorknob. He turned and opened it to look inside...[break][break] Beyond it was darkness. It was pitched black, with no sign of anything or anyone in the room. IT was still and quiet for a while. The Meowstic still hid behind Zachary's leg, concerned to what was likely inside. [break][break] After a while, something shined inside. A glowing, small object of some sort that looked almost like a firefly. [break][break] Hyp....noooo... Hyp.... nooooo...[break][break]The glowing object suddenly began to sway. Back and forth. Back and forth... Back and... [break][break] Everyone would feel a strong, overwhelming exhaustion take them as their eyelids drew heavy and their sense of awareness began to drift. Zachary felt the effects, so did Dizzy and his other Pokemon. Before Zachary knew it, all went dark as they fainted before the mystery room. [break][break]

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[break][break][break] [break][break] Light and vision would return to Zachary and Razz-- and a few of their pokemon too as they seemed to 'come to'. They stood there, not in the hallway, but in another space. They stood inside a very strange, blue room-- the same color as the door they opened! The room was like a parlor-- but different. It almost resembled a "Pokemon Center" or a Pokemon arena waiting room-- saved for the drapes, and lightning, along with furniture that suggested relaxation rather than battle. In the center of the strange blue room-- were two figures. [break][break] IN the center, was a very odd looking creature, with sharp, piercing eyes and a VERY LONG NOSE. Upon closer look, one would notice it to be a Hypno. This one sat at the table, hands and fingers knitted together before himself as if in deep thought. [break][break] Next to him, almost waiting in attention, was a beautiful Shiny Guardivour. Her appearance and demeanor was almost serene and calm. [break][break] And then it happened... [break][break] "Welcome... to the Velvet Room," The Hypno spoke.[break][break]That alone would send people through a loop as the mysterious psychic, big-nosed Pokemon just SPOKE! [break][break] Zachary was in a bit of a transe, as if he was in a dream. Perhaps they WERE dreaming? But if they were dreaming, it felt unusually significant and real. [break][break] "My name is Igor. It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance, young traveler." He said to both of them. Perhaps referring to one, or perhaps referring to both. He didn't make that clear. "I am the master of this place." [break][break] Turning up from her peaceful trance, the Guardivour soon regarded them both. "And my name is Viviane. Welcome dear guests," she also introduced herself. [break][break] This would be a lot for either trainer to understand. Some of their pokemon were there too, like Dizzy, but others were not, like Nyx and Meowstic (the one from the mansion). [break][break] Curious, the Hypno looked around, and even at himself. "How unusual. It seems your reality has quite the impact on this place. For this room reflects the mind... and in turn even affects us. You two must possess a truly unique destiny, hmmm...." he said as if in self-thought[break][break]

Raziel Beckett @tag @tag

NOTES

✦ You're Not the One Mission[break]

✦ Personal Xatu's Sleep Talk Rules: A die is rolled and "Sleep Talk" effect will be determine by the following. Roll 1-20, will use "Calm Mind", 21-40 will result in "Air Slash", 41- 60 will result in "Stored Power" , 61-80 will result in "Shadow Ball", 81-100 will result in "Future Sight." [break]

✦ XXXX.

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Leveraging Hermes natural ability Surge Surfer was a great idea to gain speed. It was the only pokemon in the world with that ability! While Electric Terrain's use was indeed a hard thing to do on a large field like a race course, using it in a controlled space ahead gave them the perfect launch pad. It indeed helped them jump that gap. Of course, Josh's Raichu somehow used it, even though it didn't have Surge Surfer. Josh clearly was a superior racer now neck in neck with Hermes and Zachary! [break][break] The sight of Josh and Raichu close to them soon made Hermes give a growl and spark of electricity from his cheeks. [break][break] Playtime was over for showing off for the Alola Raichu as he soon kicked up a burst of speed and sharpness to make the turns! Zachary felt Hermes dig into the curves with his psychic-surfing, causing dust to be kicked up as he sped onward. He would dig in, flying across the track and making more precise turns. In that moment of facing a real rival... the Electric Mouse Pokemon found the drive to push himself to try and win. [break][break] Zachary smiled as he kept his hand on Hermes back and his feet firm to the mouse's big tail. "You can do it, Hermes! Keep up the good work!" Zachary cheered as they made the turns, anticipating the big one at the end. [break][break] [break][break]

Josh Devlin

NOTES

✦ Gym Challenge -- Quick Badge Attempt.[break]
✦ Recovers from Electric Terrain and attempt to keep up the pase. [break]
✦ Now neck and neck with Josh and Raichu-- Hermes enters the turns like a pro, prioritize turning rather than speed, shaping up his act for the moment now that he has a real rival to work to beat! [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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As they all took a break in the dining room, Zachary sat down one of the chairs at the main table and cleared off some of the dust. As he did, he began to take out his personal Tarot Card Deck. It would probably get Himari's attention as he used the spooky ambiance as he read his cards. Curious, Meowstic looked to Zachary as it hopped up on the table to see the cards. So too did Duosion as it bounced up to see. Along with his other pokemon of course. [break][break] He made a spread with the cards, interested to learn more. Slowly he flipped the pattern he made from top to bottom-- The Lovers... representing the house, and likely Meowstic as he looked at the adorable pair of Meowstic on the card. The male Meowstic looked at it with interest as he went on with his reading. [break][break] "I like Tarot Cards, and they resonate strongly with the pokemon I have, especially Dizzy and the others..." he said as he flipped another, showing The Moon depicting a picture of a few nocturnal pokemon, including a regal looking Noctowl. [break][break] Nyx on his shoulder cooed at the sight of that one, flapping her little wings. [break][break] The moon seemed to glow... as soon something unusual happened. The Moon card began to levitate-- and not by Zachary! [break][break] Zachary's face tightened as he looked behind him. "Greed! I told you not to pull those--" Zachary called but soon saw his Haunter there with Happy, minding his own business and just blinking to Zachary in confusion. [break][break] Zachary froze as he looked to the card, and soon saw something appear. Slowy the image appeared, revealing to be an odd-little creature with a moon, and a bug-like carapace of a body! [break][break] "BAAAHHH!! BUG!!" Zachary gasped as he backed up, causing him to fall backwards on his chair with a crash. [break][break] Dizzy looked on with an embarrassed look. They were in a haunted house, filled with who knew what-- and the one thing to scare Zachary was bug pokemon. [break][break] "Haunt-haunt-haunt-haunt-haunt-haunt!" Greed bellowed, finding the scare funny as the mysterious bug pokemon held the Moon card with affection. [break][break] Confused, Zachary got out his pokedex to read its info. [break][break][break][break] Zachary blinked at the little bug, peeking over the card to see Zachary. He soon calmed down, recollecting himself. "Wow... I somehow seem to attract a lot of bug Pokemon, don't I?" he said nervously. He got closer, and soon the Shedinja soon floated closer, and handed the card back to Zachary. With a weak smile, Zachary took the card back, and looked to the rest of the deck. [break][break] As the others looked around, Happy the Mime Jr looked to a seemingly worn out electric lamp. He looked at the ornament, but as he was about to pass-- he saw it flicker. Happy jumped and looked back, but saw the light go out again. [break][break] As it seemed dead and Happy would turn around, the light flickered again-- catching the little Mime in its trickery. "Mi-mi-mime!" happy cried, curious why the seemingly unworking electric light was going on and off every time he turned around! Was something inside of it? [break][break] A trickster of some sort may of been hiding in the lamp! [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]

✦ Catching Shedinja via friendship. Pokeball count : 2.

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As Dizzy, Eden and the others ate happily with what food Zachary could provide and Aaron's offerings, it made Zachary aware how much he wanted to return to cooking again. It was a lovely hobby of his and one he would gladly return to to feed his Pokemon delicious food. "I should look into a portable grill or something. I'm a pretty good cook too, but that kind of got lost when I started traveling. So far its only been portable food on the road, or meals at the pokemon center. Without a real kitchen, can't really do much myself. But I do enjoy cooking too. My dad taught me well for that," Zachary shared, recalling time when he cooked with the help of Dizzy-- the Braixen at the time wearing a chef's hat. [break][break] The memories of Zachary and Dizzy in the kitchen, put the Delphox in a hungry mood as his stomach audibly growled, making the fox blush with embarrassment. [break][break] As their meal ended and they cleaned up, Zachary let his pokemon wander the small garden that Eden had helped create. It did feel safe in this little garden. Even Nyx perched herself on a large revived tree. The little owl happily hooted in turn with its internal 'clock' . [break][break] With a sigh, Zachary turned to Aaron. "So... what do we know so far? This other world seems to be teeming with Pokemon with potentially a corrupt aura? A series of ruins and those Golruck guarding them. Really can't put this puzzle together easily, " Zachary stated, hoping to get some idea what this place was exactly. The fact they could come and go from it was safe enough, but it made him nervous to be in a strange land with no clear explanation of what was safe and what wasn't. Especially if they intended to spend the night. [break][break]

Aaron Toral

NOTES

✦ Expedition 2.[break]
✦ Safe at the camp and now eating cooked food. [break]
✦ XXXXX

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Hermes happily zipped along the surface of the electric terrain, being a far more elusive target! He would hop off the surface, acting like a true skater as he surfed around Pikachue like a shark preparing to strike. HOwever-- the trainer got his Pikachu to suddenly use Discharge! [break][break] The pulse of electricity jolted in all directions. "Hermes-- dodge it with Agility!" Zachary cried out in alarm. [break][break] Hermes gave a roudy rumble as saw the discharge and soon glowed-- activating Agility! The glow of purple light surrounded him-- and then he vanished! The boost in speed, atop of Surge Surfer was insane! Brief glimpses of the Raichu could be seen along the battlefield, barely visible as if he was just plain teleporting-- but of course not the case. He was now at the far end of the battle field, but unable to fully outrun the Discharge! [break][break] The final bits of the Discharge reached Hermes-- but soon the clever Raichu jumped up, using the crest of the electric wave to go airborne. [break][break] Raichu grabbed massive air, performing a flashy flip with his tail. "RAAAAAIIII!!" he cheered, having more fun than having suffered damage from the Discharge. At least he had not been paralyzed. [break][break] Dizzy barked at Hermes, telling the Raichu to 'stop showing off', and Zachary just chuckled. Hermes loved to show off to an audience, even in battle. But more so now-- the Alola Raichu was faster than ever and being part-electric, he was able to endure electric attacks too. [break][break]

aaron faust @tag @tag

NOTES

✦ Hermes uses Agility to attempt to dodge the Discharge.[break]

✦ Hermes speed goes up further, and does a fancy flip at end of Discharge. [break]

✦ Electric terrain - 2/5 posts .

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The mention of the league big players was indeed an interesting development for Prof. Yew. In fact, it made the woman smirk. "Is that so? " she said with a hint of teasing interest. "It may be more involved than you think. A target of our observations have come to light. " she said. While she didn't know he had entanglements to Josh-- he would soon enough. She soon snapped her fingers-- and in the dark a far larger monitor appeared. After a few seconds-- the league profile of a member showed up, revealing to be a blue haired individual. A yountful trainer by the name of Zachary Stellar. [break][break] "Zachary Stellar. A new member to the league. He first emerged on Rocket's Radar after his... intrusion into our efforts in Area Zero. He is also close friends with Josh Devlin , a gym leader. Our intent is to see if we can use him. Though promising as a trainer, our interest in him is to use him as a pawn in league efforts, along with my position as a Professor. " she explained. "He's a trainer aspiring to be a gym leader-- but of far more interest is his plethora of psychic type pokemon. But if more important, and the reason for our surveillance-- he has an unusual talent in Terastellization. During the events of Area Zero, he invoked it without any Tera Orb. While not unusual, it was utilized in the most staggering way and increased the power of his Pokemon further. Regardless, he warrants further observation. " [break][break] Turning to Asher, she got to the point. "Upon learning this, I arranged to meet him, where I informed him of the research and gave him his Tera Orb. However-- it also allowed me to keep tabs on him." she trailed off and soon pointed the clicker to the screen. [break][break] It was then that the screen opened to a video feed-- which appeared to be some kind of satellite overhead surveillance. Further it also showed a map with a blinking red light. "We are able to track his movements via a tracer I placed in his Tera Orb. As long as he has it, we can track his movements." she explained. "From the communication I received and his position, he is heading to a deposit of Tera Crystals we had mined. The good news is that the deposit for the most part was mined, but still pieces may linger. While not a critical threat, this will give us a proper chance to 'assess' the level of threat he has to us. " she explained. [break][break] Sensing the question of what he had to do, Prof. Yew turned to him. "You and I will go under cover and confront this trainer as he enters the mines. You and I will engage him in battle. You are free to disguise yourself however you see fit, as will I to remain my cover. This is to test his affinity for Terastellization. If he proves successful, we will continue our observation and see if we can use him..." she explained, but in the option of other uses, she gave a wicked smile at that part. [break][break] "If not, we eliminate him. Any questions? " she asked. [break][break] The display showed Zachary walking along, accompanied by his Delphox companion Dizzy. Neither one knew they were being watched or observed. [break][break]

Asher Baran @tag @tag

NOTES

✦Intrepid Sword Mission.[break]

✦ Personal Xatu's Sleep Talk Rules: A die is rolled and "Sleep Talk" effect will be determine by the following. Roll 1-20, will use "Calm Mind", 21-40 will result in "Air Slash", 41- 60 will result in "Stored Power" , 61-80 will result in "Shadow Ball", 81-100 will result in "Future Sight." [break]

✦XXXXX.

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The warm joval laugh of his opponent was a surprise. He seemed to get something out of it too. Even in loss, there were rewards to reap it seemed. Zachary had to remember that. Still, it was one of his few wins in an official match. That was something he wanted to be proud of too. [break][break] As the trainer congratulated him and said his goodbyes, he promised a more exciting rematch. Zachary had a lot of fun and agreed as he waved back. "yeah... It was fun! Thank you, sir," Zachary said. Dizzy the Dephox and Happy too cheered back with waves of gratitude. [break][break] A new sense of confidence boiled up in Zachary as he gripped his fist, feeling more assured of himself -- and his dream. His dream to become a Gym Leader someday. Zachary looked to the challenger and waved back. "Till next time!"[break][break]END.[break][break]

Eduardo Hisakawa

NOTES

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

✦ Battle Over. The Winner is Zachary [break]

✦ [break]

✦XXX[break]

✦ Personal Xatu's Sleep Talk Rules: A die is rolled and "Sleep Talk" effect will be determine by the following. Roll 1-20, will use "Calm Mind", 21-40 will result in "Air Slash", 41- 60 will result in "Stored Power" , 61-80 will result in "Shadow Ball", 81-100 will result in "Future Sight."

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Shalin's petting enraptured Hermes. He let out pleasant 'purrs' or something close, as he leaned into her touch. Already his little head was going how great it was for the woman to just snuggle him like a marshmallow plush or something else , praising him. [break][break] At Shalin's comment, about being fast and sweet-- one could practically see hearts in Raichu's eyes. [break][break] "Oh brother..." Zachary rolled his eyes and shrugged. [break][break] Meanwhile while this chaos was about to spiral out the moment that Shalin decided to do something reckless to Hermes-- Dizzy stood besides the Alola Ninetails. The white beautiful fox didn't seem to get Dizzy's full attention beyond a greeting. However, she really was drawn to Dizzy. In an act of affection, the white fox soon stepped closer and nudged her head against Dizzy's more smaller form. The Delphox looked on, a bit puzzled by that. Dizzy took a small step away from her-- only for the female Ninetails to scoot closer, and nuzzle him again. [break][break]Zachary caught on to this and soon looked to see Dizzy, his fur a touch brighter red than normal. "Dizzy, something up?" he asked. [break][break]

Shalin Nariya @tag @tag

NOTES

✦ Bond Bridge May-2024XXX.[break]
✦ XXX [break]
✦ XXX

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Zachary was baffled by the results as he cradled Dizzy. Finally the smoke cleared, to show both Pokemon were knocked out and Josh declared this-- a tie. He was stunned, surprised by the result. He didn't loose, but he didn't feel he displayed what he aimed to do. He was quiet for a bit till Josh gave a blunt but warranted request to comment on Zachary. [break][break] A sigh escaped Zachary as he helped Dizzy sit up, the Fox grumbling as he shook his head, and tended to his own fur, straightening it up. [break][break] Zachary heard Josh's praise that his pokemon were powerful, but as Zachary was ashamed and knew-- he was not about to overlook the big issue about some of his Pokemon disobeying his orders. Zachary didn't hide his disappointment, shame and frown. "If your talking about my Kadabra..." Zachary sighed in resignation, "That's... only really regarding him. I want my pokemon to express themselves and be themselves. Tarot is... well, problematic. He's very egotistic and opinionated. He agreed to be my pokemon but he has a very willful personality. I try to get along with him, but it seems he enjoys giving me grief sometimes... " Zachary explained. [break][break] Having gotten it off his chest, he focused on the other things. "Beyond that, my other Pokemon do listen to me and follow my instructions more or less. It's not like any have real ill intent." he explained as he petted Dizzy. [break][break]

Josh Devlin

NOTES

✦Battle continues Final match. Battle is proclaimed a tie! [break]

✦ Dizzy is KOed from shockwave and ends Tera Boost. [break]

✦ XXXX[break]

✦ XXXX

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Dizzy gives a grumpy grunt to end the warm hugs, but he understood. Despite appearance, the magical fox was smart. Still he was a fire type-- who often ran with his feelings. That was something he had in common with Zachary at times. However, his compassion was well rewarded as Elise reached up and rubbed Dizzy on the head, causing the fox to give an affectionate rumble of content. He leaned into the touch with appreciation, feeling like he was a Finniken again. [break][break] Elise's encouraging words to Dizzy made Zachary feel happy. In some small way, Dizzy helped Elise in her time of grief. Zachary soon saw the Mismageius also look at ease too, and smiled to Zachary. Zachary smiled in return, admiring the mystical witch as well. [break][break] THough a time of mourning, there was peace among them as friends were there to help them in their hardest hours. Such things were important for those who still lived, and to remember those who were gone. THough Zachary was still naive to the concept of loss like this, in time he would learn those inevitable pains as time moved on... [break][break] End.

Elise Calcifet

NOTES

✦ Bond Bridge mission March 2024..[break]
✦ Exchange of a Finniken to Elise and a Misdrevious for Zachary. .[break]
✦ XXX.