[OOC] Pokemon: Earth 2.0

In-Depth Background Information

The Serum

This RP starts by ushering in a new century (i.e. 2100), and in this century, there have many technological strides forward, especially in the world of medicine. The biggest milestone in this field came in the year 2033, when a serum was developed that could slow down the aging process by nearly 200% while also boosting the user's immune system, making them invulnerable to nearly all known viruses and diseases. It was the cure to cancer and much more. Those that could afford regular doses of the serum could effectively live three times as long as the average person and with no fear of falling ill ever again.

At first, only the rich could afford the serum. Over the next couple decades, as the process became cheaper and more mass-producible, more people could afford it. All the while, it was becoming more and more effective, slowing the effects of aging by a staggering amount.

In the year 2055, governments world-wide made a collective decision. The serum was taken off the market. It was instead mixed with the general water supply. This diluted version of the serum would then spread all across the world, curing all diseases and slowing everyone's aging by about three times. It was the miracle cure that scientists had always been looking for, but it wasn't without it's opponents...

Generation Gamma

Those born between the years of 2055 and 2079 (20-44 year olds) are part of the Gamma Generation. This Generation has never been exposed to sickness. Nor did they have any say in whether or not they wanted to take a substance that would slow their growth forever. As they say, growing up is based off two things, nature vs nurture. In this case, we must consider how their mindset is effected by being stuck in slowly aging bodies for a much longer period of time than any generation before.

To start, we examine the average 30 year old. This is the average age at which most people are able to attend college and the exact age at which one can become a Pokemon trainer. Physically, these individuals appear to be 10 year olds by pre-serum standards. Mentally however, they have still experienced 30 years worth of life. So how does this effect their mind?

The opposing forces here are the brain (which is also being stunted in its growth like the rest of the body) and the life experiences of the individual. It is a subject that is heavily studied to this very day, but there is one generally accepted rule: 'While the bodies of individuals may be slowed down by a factor of three, the mind is only slowed down by a factor of two.' Thus, 30 year olds, while stuck in 10 year old bodies, are more akin to 15 year olds inside their minds. Then again, it is important to note that this can be highly effected by abnormal life experiences.

[Balthazar007]

Plot

Within the infinity of the multiverse, there lies a parallel Earth where Pokemon are real. Set nearly a hundred years into the future and combining Pokemon technology from the games/anime, life on this Earth is much different than it is today.

For example, you need to be at least 30 years old to become a trainer, BUT due to advanced medical technology, humans age at a much slower rate. A 30 year old in this world would actually only look about... 10 years old. *wink*

Once you've become a trainer, life is quite similar to the anime. You can compete in battle leagues and contests. You can become a breeder or a ranger. The world is your Cloyster.

However you decide to spend your time, the International Pokemon Association will be there to aid you. They provide free services such as health care (found at Poke Centers), free items such as Pokeballs (found at Poke Marts), and a number of other things like free transportation. Poke Centers and Poke Marts are found in practically ever city and town in the world.

In return for the free aid, trainers agree to carry out assignments, which are sent directly to your Pokedex. You may turn down assignments, but of course, turning down too many will result in your loss of trainer status. At which point, you will no longer receive free services or items.

The Gist of Things

In this RP, you can be either a new trainer or an established trainer. You can travel anywhere in the world and catch Pokemon or any number of things you can imagine.

To get started, you're going to need to post a character sheet in the Characters section. There isn't much required information, and formatting of your sheet is up to you.

But before even that, you'll want to decide where you're going to start your Pokemon adventure. Simply let me know where you would like to start your character via an OOC post, and I will tell you what is in the area, including Pokemon and things to do. If the things in that area don't sound interesting, pick a new location.

Once you've chosen your starting location and had your character sheet approved, you are free to start posting in the IC section. To accommodate more trainers and keep things moving, keep posts short: three short paragraphs at most.

I will try my best to respond to every IC post, especially when your character moves to a new location. The only time I might not respond is if two trainers are interacting with each other and not moving anywhere. All that said, if I don't respond to your post right away, you don't have to wait. As long as someone (anyone) posts after you, you are free to post again.

The pace of this RP will be determined by the majority. In the first IC post, I will keep track of the day's date. Whenever things get quiet, when people aren't posting very much, I'll push the timeline to the next day, week, or even month. It all depends on the situation.

Game Mechanics???

I have decided to take out most game mechanics, in favor of focusing on the story telling. For example, catching Pokemon and leveling up your Pokemon are completely up to you. All I ask is that you be reasonable. Don't go from newbie trainer to Pokemon Master over night, or anything ridiculous. I will be telling you what Pokemon are in your area, then you can take it from there.

As for competitive PvP battles, you have two options:

Option 1: I can look at what level your Pokemon are at, do some math and random number generation, and come up with a winner. I can do this for the whole battle, or for each Pokemon matchup. This is the best option for people who can't be online at the same time.

Option 2: You can both go to Pokemon Showdown and recreate your battle team there, in the Anything Goes format. If you choose this however, it is your responsibility to look at your Pokemon on Bulbapedia to make sure that the moveset you choose for them is possible (considering whatever level they are at). This is the best option for two people that can be online at the same time and want that video game feel.

FAQ

Seeing as this is 100 years from now, is traveling around the world pretty quick?

Trainers have access to free hi-speed jets that can take them to any major city. These jets are capable of circling the equator in 20 hours. Which means a trip to the other side of the world would only take 10 hours. Once there, trainers have free access to flying bikes/cars. In other words, if you start somewhere and want to write up a reason to go to a different place, to "accidentally" or purposefully meet up with other trainers, you can. Even from the opposite side of the planet, you could do this in less than 12 in-game hours.

[Balthazar007]

@Wayward

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I'm around and would love to get into this one again.

@Wayward

Alright amigo! You need to create a new character. Bryan would be an expert trainer by now (looking like a middle aged man in his late 40's, despite being much older). You can absolutely bring him back it you want though. You'll just need to update his character sheet accordingly.

[Little Bird]

@Wayward

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Alright amigo! You need to create a new character. Bryan would be an expert trainer by now (looking like a middle aged man in his late 40's, despite being much older). You can absolutely bring him back it you want though. You'll just need to update his character sheet accordingly.

@Balthazar007

Canonically speaking, is this one taking place in the future relative to the prior one then?

[Balthazar007]

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Canonically speaking, is this one taking place in the future relative to the prior one then?

@Wayward

Yes. This one is the same world the other one was, only 81 years into the future.

[Balthazar007]

@Wayward You mind if I make a character too? And play in my own RP as if I was another player?

[Little Bird]

@Wayward You mind if I make a character too? And play in my own RP as if I was another player?

@Balthazar007

That's fine. That's actually how I'm most familiar with RPs working. I have more time to iron out a character going into this weekend. I've been getting some tech stuff running for a show that opens on Saturday.

[Balthazar007]

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That's fine. That's actually how I'm most familiar with RPs working. I have more time to iron out a character going into this weekend. I've been getting some tech stuff running for a show that opens on Saturday.

@Wayward

Sounds good. No rush. I'll have my character up and running in the next day or two. It will also set an example for others. 😁👍

[Birdboy]

So I saw there was a gym on long Island. What sort of Pokemon and stuff would be going on in the area if say, Buffalo or the rest of New york state?

[Balthazar007]

If you start in Buffalo New York, the local professor would be found at the Buffalo Zoo, located at these coordinates (42.93695, -78.85233).

The three starting Pokemon at this lab are: Bulbasaur, Totodile, and Fenniken.

Pokemon families in and around the city include:
Pidgey, Rattatta, Psyduck, Murkrow, Misdreveus, Wubbuffet, Snubble, Smeargle, Frillish, Zigzagoon, Solrock, Shuppet, Carnavine, Rotom, Gulpin, Lunatone, Drilbur, Scraggy, Deerline, Litwick, Frillish, Rufflet, Swirlix, Pumpkaboo, Helioptile, Minior, Togedemaru

I suggest you start with an IC post where you choose a starter pokemon at the lab. Starter Pokemon start at level 5. Then, you can start catching Pokemon, one per post.

[Birdboy]

Alright, sounds cool. Mind if I ask about a few more locations before I post?

[Balthazar007]

Alright, sounds cool. Mind if I ask about a few more locations before I post?

@Birdboy

Absolutely, but if the locations are in the same general area, you may see a lot of the same Pokemon. Go ahead though.

I'll be responding in the morning. I'm sleepy now.

[Birdboy]

@Balthazar007 Totally understandable! Sleep well!

The other places I am looking at are:
1. Lima, Peru
2. Lexington, USA
3. Inishkea Island, Ireland

[Balthazar007]

Lima Peru:
Lab Location: Parque de las Leyendas
Available Starter Pokemon: Treecko, Chimchar, Froakie
Pokemon in the greater area: Magmar, Aipom, Numel, Cacnea, Kricketot, Croagunk, Pansear, Tympole, Sigilyph, Tynamo, Elgyem, Heatmor, Turtonator

Lexington, Kentucky, USA:
Closest Lab: Salato Wildlife Center, in Frankfort, KY
Available Starters: Bulbasaur, Fennekin, Totodile
Pokemon in the greater area: Weedle, Rattatta, Magnemite, Ledyba, Spinarak, Hoppip, Snubbull, Heracross, Smeargle, Miltank, Zigzagoon, Sableye, Mawile, Shinx, Deerling, Helioptile

Inishkea Island, Ireland
Closest Lab: Larganboy Zoo
Available Starters: Chikorita, Litten, Mudkip
Pokemon in the greater area: Hitmon, Spiritomb, Frillish, Pidgey, Machop, Ledyba, Snubbull, Skitty, Sableye, Klink, Espurr, Pumpkaboo, Mudbray

[Birdboy]

Awesome. Might hold off a bit to decide where to start. Want to see which location would be closer to the rest of the group

[Balthazar007]

Awesome. Might hold off a bit to decide where to start. Want to see which location would be closer to the rest of the group

@Birdboy

If that's what you want to do, feel free. Just so you know however. Trainers have access to free hi-speed jets that can take them to and from pretty much any major city. These jets are capable of circling the equator in 20 hours. Which means a trip to the other side of the world would only take 10 hours. And once there, trainers have free access to flying bikes/cars.

So in other words, if you start somewhere and want to write up a reason to go to a different place, to "accidentally" or purposefully meet up with other trainers, you can do that. Even from the opposite side of the planet, you could potentially do this in less than 12 in-game hours.

As for me, I'm going to go ahead and get started. :)

[Little Bird]

What would me pool of Pokémon look like if I was starting my character in the area of Morrison Colorado?

[Balthazar007]

It looks like "Sea Quest Littleton" or the "Denver Zoo" would be the locations of the closest labs. Either way, the starter Pokemon there would be: Snivy, Tepig, or Popplio

And Pokemon in the greater area would include: Sudowoodo, Tropius, Jigglypuff, Diglett, Tauros, Misdreavus, Dunsparce, Shinx, Patrat, Sandile, Tirtouga, Bouffalant, Rufflet, Hawlucha

[josephb]

So seeing that it's set 100 years from now, would getting from one side of the world to the other be pretty quick?

[Balthazar007]

So seeing that it's set 100 years from now, would getting from one side of the world to the other be pretty quick?

@josephb

Absolutely. In fact, I covered that in another OOC post.

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Just so you know however. Trainers have access to free hi-speed jets that can take them to and from pretty much any major city. These jets are capable of circling the equator in 20 hours. Which means a trip to the other side of the world would only take 10 hours. And once there, trainers have free access to flying bikes/cars.

So in other words, if you start somewhere and want to write up a reason to go to a different place, to "accidentally" or purposefully meet up with other trainers, you can do that. Even from the opposite side of the planet, you could potentially do this in less than 12 in-game hours.
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@Balthazar007

I'll add this information to the opening OOC post.

[josephb]

I'll start working on a cs then. :)