Gimme a rundown of this rp
Down to its core, this will be a chapter-based rp focused mainly on each players story while I act as gm, guiding you along the way out of character. You’ll be traversing through a region, collecting badges, doing whatever it is you wish to do on your journey.

Wait, what exactly do you mean by “chapter”?
For each new section of town we enter (be it a city/route/etc), I’ll give a brief overview of the setting, wild Pokemon that are eligible for capture (if applicable), and even some tasks that you may participate in! Of course, nothing will be mandatory unless stated, but the rewards for completing the listed events may just be worth writing about. ;)

How do Pokemon and battling work?
Technically, there will be “levels”, but only to help judge a Pokemons strength. Talk of levels should be kept ooc. As for moves, Pokemon can learn the moves they normally would through leveling up. HMs and TMs are nonexistent and egg moves my only be taught when given permission by the gm (aka me :D). As for whether we should cap the moves at four or not… I’m undecided. I’d love to hear your opinions though!

And capturing?
Capturing wild Pokemon will work a little differently than you’re probably used to. If you plan on catching anything, please be sure to leave the ball rumbling at the end of your post so I can decide whether your post was sufficient or not.

You haven't mentioned where exactly this rp is taking place…
I’d like to kindly ask that if you are interested in this rp, please include which region you’d like us all to traverse in your post below. The region with the most votes will be our winner and the setting to this rp.

So how do I apply?
Easily! Unlike traditional rps, rather than having you fill out just a character skeleton, The Professor is asking all aspiring trainers to send him an introductory letter about their self. This is your chance to get creative! Include as much or as little detail about your trainer. You can write about their hobbies, history, personality, really anything you think will net The Professors interest! If you don’t plan on including much detail, please make note of at least your characters name, age, appearance, and preferred pronouns. And yes, pictures are acceptable, but be sure to describe anything that isn’t visible in said picture such as scars/height/etc.

Don’t we need a starter Pokemon?
What would a Pokemon journey be without getting your very own starter?? The thing is, I have multiple ideas in mind, yet I’m not really dead set on any just yet. Once we decide on a region and I’m able to see how much attention this actually garners, only then will I be able to give you more information about the starters.