@Ninian @Light Lord

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center]

As Devon finally returned triumphant from his adventure, his new Starly perched comfortably on his shoulder. "Nice catch! Starly are really dependable, my brother has a Staraptor himself." Said Brent. "I haven't seen one before, I never left Johto, and I'm pretty sure they aren't native to it. Let's see..." Said Lily, holding up her Pokedex, a small image of a Starly popping up.

"Starly, the Starling Pokemon. Starly tend to flock around mountains and fields, chasing after bug Pokémon. Their singing is noisy and annoying." It replied. "Huh, neat." Lily replied, somewhat unimpressed. "Yeah, technology can only tell ya so much. A lot of it you learn the hard way." Said Brent.

Brooks took a glance at Devon. "Hey, I was wondering if you'd skipped out on our battle..." He said, causing eyes to turn on him. "I knew you were better than that, though. We'll be waiting for ya outside, right Noivern?" He said, looking at his Dragon Type comrade. <It's been a while since I've had a good match, you guys better bring your A-Game.> Noivern replied, turning to follow its trainer out towards the battlefield.

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center]

Bryce looked up from his Pokegear as the trainer approached him. Maya sighed as the conversation began. "Hmm? I guess it was about Maya, here. The two were probably chatting, I could here them." He said, turning to face the trainer. "Well... where are you gonna be off to? I'm heading to Vertigo City, maybe think about heading to Riviera Town if I have enough time. I'm heading there to challenge the Riviera Gym." He said, a slight grin on his face which is Pokemon knew was fake.

<He's still acting like his emotions aren't bothering him...> Said Striker quietly to Maya. <I know... I just don't know how to get him to open up... Arceus knows I can't think right with Moss breathing down my neck...> She said in reply. <You two really do need to get along more, I don't see why you argue all the time...> Striker replied. <Me either... it just... I don't know...> Replied Maya.

Trainer: Devon Lyton
Illusion Status: None
[Route 701 - Pokémon Center]

@Light Lord@Shiny Keldeo
At Devon's prompting, the Starly let out a chirp, his eyes upon his new Trainer. <Hell yeah I do! Didn't think I had it in me, to be honest. Glad I was wrong, though.>

When Lily held up her Pokédex, Ace let out a snort. <Noisy and annoying? Yeah, that's... wrong. Just, flat out wrong. I thought humans were better at this.>

Letting out a sigh, Nasir shrugged.

Brooks spoke up, and Ace turned to his other party members, <So that's the guy we're fighting? And that's his Pokémon? Correct me if I'm wrong, but I'm pretty sure that's a Noivern, and they're... really, really strong. And fast. Plus you can't hide from them since they have that supersonic crap. Good luck, I'm going to assume I'm sitting this once out.>

At the Starly's briefing, Nasir furrowed his brows, We've never encountered a Noivern before. I hope Devon is aware of what he's up against. Letting out a sigh, he looked towards his Trainer, "Ace claims that Noivern are swift, and have an ability that makes it impossible to hide from them. As such, a move like Double Team would have no effect. Please do consider this carefully."

Libra the Ralts

[Route 701 - Pokémon Center]

@Shiny Keldeo
"Oh, yeah they met yesterday..." Letting out a sigh, Libra nodded. As Bryce continued, Olivier put a hand to his chin, "Actually, that sounds about what I had planned, too. Vertigo City first, and then.... I don't know much about Riviera town, but if there's a Gym there, I should at the very least try..." Averting his gaze, he looked to Libra, This is assuming I can find more Pokémon to accompany me. I doubt I could take on a Gym with just Libra...

Ranulf the Dragonite, Mist the Dratini

[Route 701 - Pokémon Center]

@Light Lord@Shiny Keldeo
Letting out a squeal, Celes ran towards Nasir once she had caught sight of him, wrapping her arms around his waste. "I thought I was gonna have to walk! Yaaay I'm so glad you're back!" She was about to ask if they were ready to leave, but recalled that there was going to be a battle with Brooks. "Oh! Oh!" Addressing Devon, she continued, "So you're gonna fight that tough guy, right? Lemme go get Ranulf, he'd really like to watch."

With that said, she raced out of the door, not even waiting for a response.

@Ninian


[Route 701 Pokemon Center]

"You look pretty good to me~" Jinx replied, in a sing-song voice, lips tilted upwards in a slight grin. His voice still had that...undertone. The same one that it had carried just before he'd invaded the professor's personal space, and shortly thereafter, the rest of his space. Also his lips.

"So. You're a prof, right?" Jinx continued on, seemingly eager. "I've never really been to one of the ivory towers. What's it like? The pay good? Students?"

Devon Lyton

Shock the Ampharos, Cyan the Marill, Quill the Monferno, Missy the Mismagius, Nasir the Zoroark, Ace the Starly
[Route 701 - Pokémon Center]

@Ninian@Shiny Keldeo@Ophidian
Brent and Lily's observations caused Devon to smile proudly. "Yup! I've always liked Starlys cause of an...old friend of mine. And nah, Starly aren't usually found in Johto. They're everywhere in Sinnoh though."

The Pokédex's robotic voice read off a basic description of the Starling Pokémon, the crimson hoodied teenager noticed his bird's snort and laughed. "I know you guys aren't 'noisy and annoying' Ace. Don't let it bother ya." Looking to Brent, he continued. "I agree with you man. The best way to learn about a Pokémon is to actually meet one. It's way more exciting than just reading about one. The dex still helps with battle tips though."

Shock audibly snickered at the encyclopedia's description, bringing a flipper to his mouth before looking up at Ace on his Trainer's shoulder. <Oh no, the dex says alot of dumb things that are just flat out bs. I mean, it says crap like Grimer are made from weird beams that come from the moon!> The Light Pokémon chuckled again and slapped his bulbous stomach. <Haha, as if!>

As Brooks spoke to him, Devon pumped a fist and winked. "I'm looking forward to it! You're going down!"

The briefing given by the Normal-Flying type lead to Devon's party looking to each other and nodding, before Cyan smiled and squeaked. <Ok! Thank you for the info Ace! I'm sure you'll get to battle next time, so don't feel too bad!>

The Pokémon that the bat wyvern addressed collectively cheered and threw on determined grins. <We will!>

When the fluffy fox translated the briefing, Devon already had his Pokédex out in his hands. The image and informational text of a Noivern on the hi-tech display. "Way ahead of ya you two. We've dealt with fast opponents before, we can do it again. Now here's the game plan...."

~~~

[Pokémon Center - Exterior Arena]

A few minutes later, the scarred Trainer and his party were outside at the other end of the vast, rectangle shaped sand pit. Devon's six mon sitting at the sidelines eagerly as the boy stood in the Trainer box staring down the denim clad man with a confident smirk. In a flash, his finger shot out towards the battlefield. "Alright! Cyan! Let's rock their world!"

The Aqua Mouse on the side squeaked in excitement, hurriedly waddling into the chalk outlined square and looking over at the Noivern. Suddenly, her happy smile seemed to trade off for a more stern, focused glare. <I'm ready!>

Looking at towards Brooks again, Devon spread out his arms. "So, challenger gets first move right? Then let's try Ice Beam!"

Taking a deep breath, the Cyan exhaled with force, sending forth a chilling white beam of pure cold towards the bat dragon at the other end of the field. (CYAN used ICE BEAM!)

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center]

The two watched Devon formulate his plan, and barely noticed as Celes ran off to get Ranulf. Within minutes, Devon and his team headed the same way as Brooks had. "Well, let's go get good seats for this." Said Lily, Brent nodding in return. Soon they too followed suit.

Out behind the Center, the two took their seats as Brooks watched Devon make his choice. "Marill, huh? I can see the strategy in that... remember what I said, Noivern." He said, Noivern nodding.

Then Devon made the first move, the Marill launching an Ice Beam. "You know what to do, Noivern." He said, Noivern bringing up its wing to block the attack. The Ice Beam collided with Noivern, and for a moment seemed to have frozen the wing. "Not bad, I'm surprised that Marill of yours hasn't evolved yet... but you'll have to do better than that."

Noivern then expanded his wings, shattering the ice that covered one of them. "Alright Noivern, take off!" Brooks ordered, Noivern responding with a swift jump up into the air. "Go for a Steel Wing Dive Bomb!" He said, Noivern's wings beginning to glow with a steely white as it dove towards Cyan. [Noivern Used STEEL WING]

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center]

Michael watched as one by one the trainers in the room left, until it was only him, Olivier, and Bryce. It wasn't long before he heard the sounds of battle. He looked out the glass door, then back over to Olivier. "Hey Olivier, you wanna watch the battle before we go? Or wanna get going right away?"

Bryce looked over towards Michael. "So your name's Olivier? I just realized we never actually introduced ourselves. My name's Bryce." He said, holding out his hand.

Devon Lyton

Shock the Ampharos, Cyan the Marill, Quill the Monferno, Missy the Mismagius, Nasir the Zoroark, Ace the Starly
[Route 701 - Pokémon Center]

@Ninian@Shiny Keldeo
Both Devon and his Water Fairy partner gasped and stared on in shock as the extremely effective beam attack left the Noivern completely unphased. "What!? It didn't stagger him at all? Darn..." When the denim clad Trainer noted Cyan's slow evolution rate, the crimson hoodied teen smirked. "I sort of am too, but just cause Cyan's still a Marill, doesn't mean she can't kick butt!" Punching a fist into his open palm, he looked to his Aqua Mouse on the field. "Cyan! Let's show him how much 'better' we can do!"

The round blue ball looked back at her Trainer to punch the air and grin. <Yeah! I'm not giving up that easily! Let's go!>

As the bat wyvern took to the skies and began it's dive bomb, the scarred Trainer threw out his hand and called out. His deep brown eyes locked onto the advancing mon with cool calculation hidden behind them. "We need to time this right! Wait for it...."

Cyan tensed her muscles and stretched out her tail as she stared down her quick opponent, waiting until it grew closer....closer....Until the Dragon got close enough to draw it's arm in for the attack, and Devon gave his command: "Aqua Jet Ascent!"

In a torrent of raging water, (CYAN used AQUA JET!) the little Marill rocketed from her position on the ground and few feet into the air. Avoiding the Noivern's Steel Wing just as it brought it down upon her former location. "Now Cyan! Play Rough!"

The large watery bullet that was Cyan adjusted it's angle slightly before blasting apart in a flash of rain, the Huge Powered Pokémon's buoy-like tail ball glowing a fierce pink as she somersaulted in the air towards Noivern. Attempting to slam the empowered appendage onto the currently grounded Sound Wave Pokémon's back. (CYAN used PLAY ROUGH!)

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center]

The Marill had surprising speed as it blasted off with Aqua Jet just moments before the Steel Wing would have connected. Though surprising, he was prepared to adapt. "Noivern, 180 turn, meet it head on!" The veteran trainer commanded, Noivern quickly slowing and stopping its momentum before turning around on a dime and blasting back towards the Water/Fairy Type with Steel Wing still ready to go.

<You're not bad, kid. Haven't met many Marill who can move like that. You've got some decent moves, but that only gets you so far.> Noivern said to Cyan as it took off with incredible speed towards the airborne water mouse.

Devon Lyton

Shock the Ampharos, Cyan the Marill, Quill the Monferno, Missy the Mismagius, Nasir the Zoroark, Ace the Starly
[Route 701 - Pokémon Center Exterior]

@Ninian@Shiny Keldeo
A snap-like squeak sounded out from the descending Marill as she looked into the approaching bat's eyes with an odd sort of fire behind her normally cheery expression. <I learned it from my dad! Now shut up and quit condescending me!> With a flick of her tail to collide with the Noivern's wing, the Aqua Mouse batted away the Steel-type move. A large gash appearing on her tail causing her to wince, but immediately regain her composer as she heard the command from her Trainer far below.

"Ice Beam!"

With the bat dragon directly before her in mid-air, Cyan inhaled sharply and blasted a beam of chilled, icy energy aimed at the wyvern's flinching left wing. (CYAN used ICE BEAM!)

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center]

The little water type gave a sharp reply before firing it's next attack at point blank range. Both trainer and Pokemon know there would be no time to dodge, even with Noivern's incredible speed. At least at the level they were battling. "Spin!" Yelled Brooks, Noivern breaking into a swift spiral as the attack hit. Smoke filled the air as Noivern went flying into the ground, causing more dust to fly.

"Not bad Devon. I may have underestimated you a little bit. But now I can see the full extent of your real power, the trust you share with your Pokemon. That's what makes such a bond like that possible. But it's not over yet, not by a long shot. Let's go, Noivern." He said with undying confidence in his voice. It couldn't be mistaken for cockyness or overconfidence, it was the sheer trust between Brooks and his Pokemon, the solid tone of his voice told the listeners he spoke the truth.

And sure enough, as the dust and smoke cleared, Noivern was still standing. Although lightly damaged, Noivern stood firm and was clearly far from defeated. <Uh oh. It's been a long time since he's talked like that. You're about to hit the next level.> Noivern said, looking to it's trainer. "Right. Let's kick it up a notch. Get on the offensive, Air Slash!" He called out, Noivern jumping up into the air with astonishing speed it hadn't showed off before, then sending several bright blue slashes towards the blue mouse.

Devon Lyton

Shock the Ampharos, Cyan the Marill, Quill the Monferno, Missy the Mismagius, Nasir the Zoroark, Ace the Starly
[Route 701 - Pokémon Center Exterior]

@Ninian@Shiny Keldeo
The Ice Beam was a direct hit, causing the scarred Trainer to do a short hop and raise his fists up. "Yeah! Nice shot Cyan!" Said mouse that was being praised hit the ground shortly after the Noivern. Cyan's beady blue eyes still stayed locked on her opponent as she kept her feet spread apart and tail raised up like a mace head. <Thanks!>

It was then that the veteran across the field gave what seemed to be a compliment. The words causing Devon to grin and put a hand to his side. "You underestimated me huh? You're not the first guy I've ran into that's said that, and every time I've proven them wrong." Tilting his head down a bit, he spoke a bit more strongly. The grin turning into a more intense expression."The bond that I share with my Pokémon has gotten me this far, yeah, but that's not the only thing. Its helped me alot to go into every battle with the thought in my head that my opponent could have some sort of trick up their sleeve." A tiny smile came up on the brown eyed boy's face. "Same goes for you, Brooks."

The bat dragon still stood strong despite taking two effective hits, the messy haired teen raising up his his curled arms and fists again to target the Noivern and narrow his eyes. He still isn't budging.....Dragons really are as tough as Eric said they are...But like Brooks said, this is just getting started.

The comment from the wyvern only made the Marill huff as he looked up to meet his yellow eyes. <I don't care what 'level' we're on, I'll still give it all I've got!> Readying herself for the next attack, Cyan watched the monstrous bat gain height, then prepare to launch it's Flying-typed attack, then twitch her ears when her Trainer gave the call with a punch of his fist. "Aqua Jet dodge! Stay low to the ground!"

A blue flash enveloped the small Water-Fairy, soon cloaking Cyan in a veil of rushing water as she ran to dive forwards and blast forwards while keeping low to the earth. (CYAN used AQUA JET!) The evasive Marill gliding under the Air Slash projectiles at a breakneck speed.

Devon's arm shot up in the air once again in praise, his other hand cupping over his mouth when he shouted. "Stop and roll Cyan! Hit him with Ice Beam again!"

The watery bullet flying down the length of the arena got a bit lower to the ground, the occupant inside of it connecting with the ground and sending water shooting off everywhere in erratic directions. The water around Cyan burst as the round blue mouse performed what looked to be some sort of mock Rollout. The Aqua Mouse Pokémon continuously somersaulting across the dirt until she caught herself on the flat of her stomach. Using the built up momentum, she flipped forwards to land on her feet. The now dirty and road rashed Marill twirling around to aim her view at the sky and fire another white beam of frozen energy up towards the Sound Wave Pokémon. (CYAN used ICE BEAM!)

Shinon the Lucario, Aenir the Froslass, Jill the Skarmory

[Route 701 - Pokémon Center]

@Ophidian
"I study Pokémon Mythology, yes... and of course, I teach that and a few other entry-level courses..." Trailing off, he then looked up at the man with a somewhat questioning glance. "You've never... ah, perhaps someday I'll take you. The pay? It's... well, not extravagant, but I suppose it depends on my research. That's truly what's profitable. As for the students, it would depend upon which class... the entry-level classes, I hardly interact with them. My Mythology students are pleasant company, however. They are about as interested in the subject as I am~" At his last words, a smile lit up his features, however his brows then furrowed as he watched a group of Trainers exit the building.

"Hmm... I've never been much for battles, but... that intermediate Trainer is fighting the man with a Noivern... he seems out matched. I'm surprised he accepted the challenge..." Scratching the back of his head, he continued, "We can watch, if you'd like? Or ah... perhaps we should press onward. I'll leave the decision to you. I'm fine... if I need assistance walking, I do have my Pokémon."

Trainer: Devon Lyton
Illusion Status: None
[Route 701 - Pokémon Center - Exterior Arena]

@Light Lord@Shiny Keldeo
Crossing his arms, Nasir stood by his Trainer and other companions with furrowed brows. Cyan... you're strong, but... please, please be careful... A soft sigh escaped his maw as he watched the battle unfold.

Ranulf the Dragonite, Mist the Dratini

[Route 701 - Pokémon Center]

@Light Lord@Shiny Keldeo
It didn't take long for the small girl to locate her companion. Dragging him along excitedly, she made her way over to Brent and Lily, plopping down between Ranulf's legs, and using him as a backrest. "I didn't miss that much, did I? Ohhh!" With her mouth wide open, her eyes widened as she watched the battle unfold. She was especially intrigued by the Dragon-type.

"Wow! Ranulf, he's taking all those Ice-type attacks like a pro! Can you do that!?" Looking straight up, she grinned at her companion.

Letting out a sigh, the Dragonite nodded, <Of course, you've seen me do exactly that...> Putting a paw to his brow, he took a moment before continuing, <Anyway, it's not easy to shrug off, and enough of them... it's going to add up.>

Libra the Ralts

[Route 701 - Pokémon Center]

@Shiny Keldeo
"Oh... that guy's battling... wasn't that just a novice Trainer? He's going to get..." Pausing he decided it would be best not to continue his sentence, "...Anyway, ah, I'd be interested to see what that guy can do."

Being addressed by Bryce, his face turned a bit red before he turned back around, "Where are my manners, I'm so sorry. It's nice to meet you, Bryce." With a small smile, he held out his hand, grasping Bryce's delicately in his. "Would you like to join us? That guy out there... well, he can use Mega Evolution, and he just absolutely destroyed a Metagross with his Feraligatr yesterday."

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center: Battlefield]

Celes finally rejoined their group. "You missed a bit. Those two have been going head to head for a while now, it's insane!" Said Brent, eyes glued on the battle.

Brooks watched the little water mouse's tactics, quickly formulating a plan. "Tornado it!" He yelled as the Ice Beam fired towards Noivern. The Dragon Bat began to orbit the Ice Beam, before breaking away high in the air out of it's range. "Now, Dragon Pulse, as many as you can, everywhere!" He yelled. <Ah, I've got it now. That'll do it!> Noivern said in reply, suddenly diving downward, using the downward momentum to speed up to an incredible speed.

Then he began firing the blue blasts from his maw, showering the battlefield with them. He knew it would have no effect on the Marill, but he knew what his friend had in mind. The blasts impacted all across the battlefield, shooting dust and debris everywhere. Finally the barrage stopped, and as the smoke cleared, the battlefield was completely wrecked with craters and debris everywhere. The once smooth battlefield was now torn up beyond belief. "Keep on the move, don't stop!" Brooks said, Noivern constantly circling erratically to avoid any counter attacks that may be sent his way.

Devon Lyton

Shock the Ampharos, Cyan the Marill, Quill the Monferno, Missy the Mismagius, Nasir the Zoroark, Ace the Starly
[Route 701 - Pokémon Center Exterior]

@Ninian@Shiny Keldeo
The Noivern's acrobatic flight manoeuvres were hard to beat, the next series of skillful dodges making Devon curse and snap his fingers. Damn it. That thing's fast....It looks like we're not gonna be able to do much from the ground.

His head then snapped back up into a neutral position to stare across the field as Brooks called out his next move, causing the brunet teen's eyes to widen as he called out to his Aqua Mouse partner. "Move Cyan! Dodge around as much as you can! They're trying to tear the arena apart!"

Nodding at her Trainer, the Marill took off running. Zig-zaging, hoping, and diving around the battlefield as the ineffective typed pules rained down upon it. Soon enough, the dust and dirt kicked up from the attack stopped, leaving the dirt pit looking more like a bombing site.

This didn't discourage either Cyan, nor Devon however. The crimson hoodied boy in question scanning the field for any semi-smooth portions of the torn up field, then flicking his brown eyes up to the dragon bat still flying around overhead. Looks like we're gonna need to get up close and personal...

"Alright Cyan! Get some flat footing, and ready up Bounce!"

The Water Fairy did just that, her head panning around to spot a patch that was rough, but workable. She sprinted over to the area with tail raised up and glowing a calm blue color.

Devon kept his eyes his Pokémon, taking note of her position, and the still evading Dragon-type's. "Ok, now wait for my mark...." The Trainer's gaze remained focused on Noivern, taking note of every way it twisted and turned, before finally, it's path sailed near Cyan's location, and causing him to shout. "Now! Bounce up and Aqua Jet!"

The round blue mouse threw her body forwards, tail following her as she flipped in mid-air to slam her glowing tail into the ground and launch herself up vertically. (CYAN used BOUNCE!) As she flew, her body became surrounded in a blue aura, before a veil of water burst around her form and hit the ground. The high pressure water rocketing her up like a bullet in attempts to meet the bat mid-flight and slam into it's stomach. (CYAN used AQUA JET!)

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center]

Devon's response came as little surprise to him. He would have done the same thing. Devon reminded him of the days he traveled Viore on his Gym Battle Journey. He'd learned much since then. He fought against his own strategies, making sure he could prepare for just about any scenario. And Devon might have made a fatal flaw. "Your luck just ran out, Devon. You're in OUR territory now. Take control, Noivern, Steel Wing once you find the weak spot!" Brooks yelled, the dragon not even bothering to nod in reply. He was focused completely on the task at hand now.

<Weak Spot... where would that be... That's it!> Noivern said to himself as he scanned his opponent, taking a look at the already damaged tail of the Marill. He locked onto his target, his wings glowing bright as Noivern suddenly made a beeline for his opponent. Moving downwards, Noivern showed great control of its movement as it nearly went head to head with the incoming Aqua Jet, missing it by mere inches and turning to where the Steel Wing made direct contact with Cyan's tail. Continuing downward, Noivern quickly pulled up as it neared the battered ground and returned to a stable position near Brooks to survey the result of its attack.

"Don't relax yet, it's not over till the Snorlax sings..." Said Brooks, who was suddenly distracted by a sudden vibration in his pocket as a dim light shown through. "Crap, hang on a second..." He said as he looked at Devon, most likely planning his next move. "What is it? I'm in the middle of something..." He said. "... Yeah, I saw the news this morning..." He spoke again, slowly quieting his voice. "... Look, I'll be there as soon as I can. Okay... okay, bye." He said, hanging up his Pokegear.

"Alright, sorry about that. Noivern, no more holding back. We've gotta wrap this up." He said with a sternness he hadn't displayed before. At those words, Noivern's eyes seemingly lit up, signaling it was ready to battle at full strength if need be. <Cyan, was it? Sorry, kid, but it's time to end this.> He said.

Devon Lyton

Shock the Ampharos, Cyan the Marill, Quill the Monferno, Missy the Mismagius, Nasir the Zoroark, Ace the Starly
[Route 701 - Pokémon Center Exterior]

@Ninian@Shiny Keldeo
Cyan let out a bubbly gasp as the Noivern chose to dive down and meet her head on. If I stop using Aqua Jet, I'm just going to keep flying slam into him anyway....I just need to brace myself! Biting her lip, the small Marill tensed her body for impact, watching the bat's approach as if time were in slow motion, before gasping again and choking a bit as the Steel Wing cut at her tail buoy.

The watery cloak surrounding the Aqua Mouse burst into a shower of sparkling rain drops, Cyan fanning herself out as she free fell back towards the earth. Moments later, she hit the ground and went into a roll, finally crying out and clutching at her tail to grip it and spit a bit of water on it. Blood trickling from the surface of a long gash across the blue sphere.

"Cyan!" The Water-Fairy's wild haired Trainer called out onto the field, a frown of worry coming across his face as he then flicked his eyes up over to Brooks, who seemed to be taking a...Phone call? The action only caused Devon to groan his arms to go limp. "Oh come on man, seriously?"

Shaking his head to ignore the man and his phone, the teen set his brown eyes back on his Pokémon currently nursing her wound. His arms crossing over his chest. "Are you ok Cyan? Can you keep going? That gash on your tail looks pretty bad..."

Stiffing a squeak of pain, the determined Marill shot a glance back at her Trainer, giving him a firm nod and a tiny smile. The gestured caused the experienced Trainer to smile back in return. "Thanks Cyan. I know you can do this!"

Taking her wide blue eyes off Devon, Cyan placed her gaze back onto the bat dragon, his words making her spit out a bit of water onto the ground before her and glare as she gripped her tail tightly. <I...I am not a kid. And I am not weak! Just...Just because...Your opponent doesn't look like a threat, doesn't mean you should hold back.> Shaking her head, she went on. <It's stupid to go into a battle and taunt someone by not giving it your all! It makes it feel like you're not being taken seriously! I always give it my all! No matter who I'm fighting, or how things turn out!>

A soft, white glow began to over take the Marill's form, causing Devon's, and the mon on the sideline's mouths to open in awe. No way....Is she....?

The white soon over took Cyan's features as she uttered one final statement.

<If giving it my all isn't enough, then I'll just need to get better!>

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A blinding flash came out of the Aqua Mouse's form, her ears stretching longer, body taking on a more egg-like shape as the white aura physically changed her form. When the light show faded away, it left an Azumarill standing among the carnage of the battlefield. Damaged tail sticking up in the air behind her as she gave the Noivern a death glare.

"Cyan....You evolved!" The wide eyed teenager exclaimed before jumping up in the air and showing off a brilliant toothy grin. "Let's do this! One last time, Ice Beam!"

And with that, Cyan the Azumarill inhaled sharply, before shooting a ray of cold energy towards the wyvern at a fast pace. (CYAN used ICE BEAM!)

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center: Battlefield]

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Brooks and Noivern watched as the Marill became enveloped in the white light and evolved into Azumarill. "Hmm." Said Brooks. <This might have just gotten interesting.> Said Noivern, his eyes glowing. Then they made their move, launching an Ice Beam right towards them. Brooks said nothing, but motioned with his eyes to the left. In an instant Noivern nearly teleported off to the side, dust kicking up behind it as flew. "Steel Wing!" Brooks said, finally making a motion with his arm, something he hadn't done the whole battle. Noivern spread it's wings wide, both being enveloped in a bright light until they finally seemed to turn to solid steel.

And then he was off. With one flap of his wings he was in the air, and another he was zooming towards his opponent. The same speed he showed when he dodged the attack, he swept past the Water/Fairy Type, then back again, and again. Finally it stopped right behind the Mouse. "Boomburst!" Brooks yelled, his hand forming a fist and punching forward. At that moment, Noivern let loose its sonic attack.

In a nearby bush, shielded from view, the Pokemon from the night before watches the battle unfold. He smiles as Brooks launches his finishing combo move, as he had seen him pull off many times before. He stifled a chuckle as the battle neared its close.

Devon Lyton

Shock the Ampharos, Cyan the Marill, Quill the Monferno, Missy the Mismagius, Nasir the Zoroark, Ace the Starly
[Route 701 - Pokémon Center Exterior]

@Ninian@Shiny Keldeo
The Ice Beam somehow missed once again, causing Devon to groan in frustration before throwing his arms at his sides. "Stay alert Cyan! Watch it's wings!"

Man, this is getting old....Even something that fast has to get tired at some point.....

Cyan heeded her Trainer's warning with a nod. Focusing her sights on the Dragon-type as it approached her for an obvious tackle, the new Azumarill tensing her body and responded to Devon's call. "Roll!" The Aqua Rabbit threw herself to the side and into a swift roll. Her egged shaped body easily tumbling along the dirt and into one of the many deep craters that littered the battlefield.

The teenager squinted his eyes at the area that his Water-Fairy once stood. His gaze looking past the sweeping Noivern and spying a bit of blue just over the crest of one of the holes, causing him to sigh in relief. Alright....If she stays crouched, she should be fine in there until he's done.....

But it was a bit too late. The wyvern's next attack radiated across the field before the red hooded Trainer could react. The empowered sound waves launching Cyan out from her hidey hole, and causing her body to flop over onto Devon's side of the field. The sight of his downed team mate shocked the brunet boy into action as he ran out onto the field to slide next to Cyan and hover over her. "Cyan! Are you alright!? Can you keep going!?"

The bruised, battered, and cut form of the Azumarill coughed a bit of dirt out of her mouth, rolling onto her back to smile at Devon before closing her eyes gently, and sighing. The concerned frown across the boy's face lightened somewhat as he carefully picked up the Aqua Rabbit and smiled. "You did great. Thanks for doing your best."

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center: Battlefield]

Brooks closed his eyes and sighed as it was clear the battle had come to a close. "So it ends..." He said quietly to himself as Noivern landed right beside him. "Another job well done, partner. Here..." He said, tossing an Oran Berry into the open mouth of the Dragon Type. He looked across the battered battlefield as Devon knelt beside his fallen Pokemon. With a smirk he strolled across the battlefield.

"You didn't do half bad, that's the first battle in a while that I had fun with. Kind of reminded me of when I was still traveling around Viore collecting Gym Badges." He said, taking a small glass bottle with some kind of plant inside into his hand. "Here, this'll get her all patched up. It's a Revival Herb. I know you wouldn't want to stay long considering the journey you all have ahead of you." He said, tossing the herb to Devon.

He turned to his Noivern and began to walk away. "Now I've got someplace to be, but maybe we'll see each other again. If we do, I'll give you a real battle to see if you've gotten any better." He said with a clear grin on his face. He climbed up on his Pokemon's back, giving a slight wave, before the Dragon Type shot into the sky. "That group of kids... there's more to them than meets the eye..." Brooks thought as he and Noivern faded into the distance.

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center: Battlefield]

With the clash concluded, Brent and Lily rushed out onto the battlefield to Devon's side. "Wow, that was amazing! You were amazing! And to see Cyan evolve like that!" Said Lily. "I think she's impressed. But that was pretty awesome." Said Brent, rolling his eyes a bit. As Brooks took his leave, the trainers waved farewell as the veteran trainer departed.

"Brooks was really amazing too! I wonder if he could beat mom..." Lily pondered. Brent looked around at the devastation around them. "I sure hope we don't have to pay for this..." He said, half jokingly.

Silvally

[Vertigo City - Pokémon Center]

@Shiny Keldeo
Taking a few steps out of the Pokémon Center center, Gladion's gaze met the barely risen sun that still laid upon the horizon. Taking a pokéball from his hip satchel, he threw it into the gleaming sun, a white light materializing from it as it hit the ground. The light formed into his partner, Silvally, a synthetic Pokémon he rescued three years ago.

<Good morning, Gladion!> With a happy expression, the large chimeric Pokémon moved in to nuzzle its Trainer, nearly knocking him over in the process.

"Ack! Silvally..." Giving the Fire-typed Pokémon a reluctant hug, he then moved himself away, furrowing his brows in an attempt to look serious. "Now remember, this is our journey, but my intention is to raise a new team, got it? After a warm-up, we should probably get going."

With the chimera in tow, the black-clad teen made his way towards the arena behind the Pokémon Center. To his surprise, there was already someone occupying the space. Holding his hand to brow, he watched the scene with curiosity. It was unlike anything he had seen before; it was similar to a dance routine. Like the fire-dancers of Alola, her Pokémon were agile.

Silvally, similarly, was taken aback as well. I wonder what they are doing? After a few moments, it decided to take it up with its Trainer. Looking up, it tilted its head.

Shaking his head, Gladion crossed his arms, "I'm not sure. I've heard of Pokémon who compete in competitions that do not involve combat, but I can't say I've seen one. Though, I wouldn't be surprised if that woman were into them..."

Libra the Ralts

[Route 701 - Pokémon Center]

@Shiny Keldeo
The battle between Devon and Brooks had concluded, leaving Olivier with more questions than answers. However, though inspired by the battle, his thoughts were elsewhere. His desire to journey had faded, but something within him wanted to know more.

Mega Evolution.

Those his introductions with the two concluded, he was left unfulfilled. Scratching the back of his head, he averted his gaze, "I'm so sorry, Michael. I know I promised I'd travel with you, but..." Trailing off, he found the words difficult to say, "I think... I might head back to New Amber Town... and then maybe home. After seeing that Mega Feraligatr... I realized there's a lot I don't understand, and I crave understanding."

Ranulf the Dragonite, Mist the Dratini

[Route 701 - Pokémon Center]

@Light Lord@Shiny Keldeo
"W-ow! That was so awesome! Wasn't it guys!? I can't believe that uh..."

Rolling his eyes, Ranulf let out a sigh, <Marill?>

A grin played across the small girls visage, "Yeah that! I can't believe that Devon's Marill evolved! So cool!" The others rushed towards Devon, but Celes stayed put between Ranulf's legs, instead deciding to shout out towards the hooded teen, "GREAT JOB DEVON! I BET YOU CAN BEAT HIM NEXT TIME!"

Trainer: Devon Lyton
Illusion Status: None
[Route 701 - Pokémon Center - Exterior Arena]

@Light Lord@Shiny Keldeo
Staying quiet with his arms crossed, Nasir's brows furrowed as he analyzed the battle. That was no normal Trainer. Cyan is strong, and had a definite type advantage. With her evolution, she should have been able to easily overcome such an opponent. Who is that man...?

The Zoroark's blue eyes followed the opposing man and his Noivern as they rode into the distance. Hmmm...

[Vertigo City - Pokemon Center]

"Fennekin! Ember! Deerling, Leech Seed!" Sierra called as her two Pokemon danced around her. The two launched their attacks into the air, colliding with one another, creating a shower of orange and green sparkles. "That was perfect! Great work!" She said as her two Pokemon ran up to her. <We're gonna rock the Vertigo Contest! No Doubt!> Said Fennekin confidently. <I wouldn't celebrate yet, it WAS only a single act. But I do like what we did.> Said Deerling, looking at the slowly vanishing sparkles.

At that moment Sierra heard a new voice, someone was there. She turned to see a boy somewhat around her age in seemingly ragged clothes with a Pokemon she'd never seen before. "Oh! I-I didn't know someone was watching... W-were you wanting to use this?" She asked nervously, speaking about the Battlefield she was currently occupying.

[Route 701 - Pokemon Center]

The news caught the young boy a little off guard, but he wasn't too surprised. "That's fine... to be honest I kind of expected that. You just didn't seem like the travelling type. No offense." He said. He sighed. "It was nice meeting you, anyways." He said. "Same to you, Bryce. I think I'm gonna hit the road, myself. I've got a long ways to go before I reach Riviera Town. I've gotta be ready." He said, standing up from the table the group was seated at as he headed towards the door. "I'll catch you around sometime."

Bryce watched as the trainer headed out the door. He looked over to Olivier. "Whatever you choose to do with your life, just make it count, make it matter." He said to the trainer. "And don't turn out like I have... just a shell..." He thought. He stood up from the table. "I'm gonna get moving too. Come on Striker, Maya." He said, heading for the door. <Come on Maya, time to get moving.> Said the Manectric, following right behind his trainer. <Right... good bye Libra. It... was nice to meet you...> She said, following behind the Electric Type.