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Pokémon: There and Back Again

Tristan Glory

Inventory

Inventory

Pokedollars: $4,600

Pokeballs: 20
Premiere balls: 0
Potions: 1
Repel: 1
Camping gear
Old and tattered Pokémon textbook (gifted by Nurse Joy)
Moomoo Milk: 6
Allergy Medicine
Emergency care kit (includes one multi-bristled brush, comb, tweezers, clippers, skin cream, compact mirror)

Special Gear:
Mystery Files (quest item)
Ice stone: 1

On-Hand

Pokémon Team

King

King



Species: Darkness Pokémon
Type: Flying/Dark
Level: 12
Ability: Super luck (Increases the chance of critical hits by 1 stage.)

Moveset:

Peck: King uses its sharp beak to peck at the opponent. (fly/att)
Astonish: King startles the opponent with a surprise attack. (dark/att)
Pursuit: King chases down and attacks an opponent trying to flee. (dark/att)
Feather Dance: King flutters its feathers to lower the opponent's attack.(flying/debuff)
Haze: King releases a mist to eliminate all stat changes. ( status change reset)

Princess

Princess


Species: Emanation Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Fighting
Level: 9
Ability: Prankster (Gives priority to status moves)

Moveset:

Quick Attack: Princess lunges quickly to strike the opponent. (normal/att)
Endure: Princess endures any attack with at least 1 HP remaining. (normal/buff)
Feint: Princess strikes with a swift attack that ignores the opponent's defenses. (dark/att)
Metal Claw: Princess attacks with sharp claws made of metal. (metal/att)

Ace

Ace


Species: Chick Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Fire
Level: 15
Ability: Speed Boost (Boosts the speed stat by one stage at the end of every turn)

Moveset:

Sand attack: assaults target with (pocket)sand (ground/debuff)
Growl: Ace growls to intimidate and lower the opponent's attack. (normal/debuff)
Ember: Ace launches small flames to burn the opponent. (fire/att)
Quick Attack: Ace delivers a swift attack before the opponent can react. (Normal/att)
Flame Charge: Ace charges at the opponent while cloaked in flames. (fire/att+buff)
Detect: Detect protects the user from all effects of moves that target it during the turn it is used, including damage. This does not include damage at the end of a turn such as from weather or a status condition. ( non-damage/fighting/protect style )

Angel

Angel


Species: Flowering Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Grass
Level: 11
Ability: Regenerator (Restores a little of the Pokémon's HP when withdrawn from battle)

Moveset:

Leafage: Angel attacks with sharp leaves. (grass/att)
Sing: Angel sings a soothing melody to put the opponent to sleep. (normal/status eff)
Sweet Scent: Angel releases a pleasant aroma to lower the opponent's evasion. (grass/debuff)
Rapid Spin: Angel spins rapidly to deflect attacks and remove hazards. Increases spd by 1 stage. (normal/att+buff)
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Sewaddle

Sewaddle


Species: Sewing Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Grass
Level: 8
Ability: Chlorophyll (Doubles the speed stat during harsh sunlight)

Moveset:

Tackle: Sewaddle tackles the opponent with its body. (normal/att)
String Shot: Sewaddle spews silk to bind and slow down the opponent. (bug/debuff)
Bug Bite: Sewaddle bites the opponent with sharp mandibles. (bug/att)

Combee

Combee


Species: Tiny Bee Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Flying
Level: 9
Ability: Hustle (Boosts the Pokémon's attack but lowers accuracy)

Moveset:

Sweet Scent: Combee releases a sweet aroma to attract opponents. (grass/debuff)
Gust: Combee flaps its wings to create a gust of wind. (fly/att)
Struggle Bug: Combee launches a weak bug-type attack that lowers the opponent's special attack. (bug/att)
Bug Bite: Combee bites the opponent with sharp mandibles.

PC

Pokémon Storage System

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By this point Tristan's nerves had been pushed to its limits, his body tense and rigid with fists clenched balled tight, the knuckles white while his palm burned red threatening bleeding. The teen's focus squarely on the small orange bird; a small twang of guilt stung at seeing the scared chick forced to charge at such a terrifying beasts, to this torchic especially, cruelly so.

The order had been given and with it, Tristan attempted to keep track of the next chain of events as best he could though as expected, couldn't keep track of such a small object bounding towards a human-sized tree gecko (might as well be a tree wall). As such, the actual finishing attack was missed, the sudden flash of fire unfazed him unlike the others watching, his concentration and stressed-out mind merely had him flinch from its momentary heat. He did so, thinking if Ace had to do this, then he shouldn't look away.

Ace falling to his feet after the clash hurt to see, but he could not pull his eyes away from the Grovyle. Expecting to hear Ace's loss or something, he could not hear as the world around him turned muffled when his gaze became affixed to his opponent. A mix of fear and admiration at the Grovyle's struggling refusal to back down, even with each attempt only served to tire and hurt itself.

This left Tristan frozen in place, unsure of how to approach this. Even before it was announced, he knew. They won...right? That question rang in his head, uncertain happiness, a bitter aftertaste.

"That's enough Grovyle. You have fought well."

Ramos's words pulled him from the momentary frozen lapse. He finally let loose a huge breath, hardly noticing having been holding it. With it came a quick chill of goosebumps as the events of what transpired finally hit him.

Hearing Louis announce with that bitter scowl brought a small smile to his lips as he took in the cheers and praise. And normally he might have bragged boisterously following getting his first official trainer batter. * Then why doesn't it feel like I did?* His teeth grit in frustration as he gazed at the spot the Grovyle had been; victory when the opponent never actually fell. This reminded him all too well of the disappointing sensation felt from his last battle at the farm albeit in a slightly different sense this time.

"Do you feel better now, Tristan?"

So engrossed in his thoughts he failed to notice the older gentleman make his way over to him, having him jump a bit in surprise." W-wh-what? I-I mean, ahem. Pardon?" Blinking a few times to help get his mind settled back in place." Ah, y-yes. Of course, I feel great. For I..er.. we have won!" Stammering and struggling at first, the silver-haired teen was able to recover, in thanks to needing to stay on guard around a bunch of rich preppies all the time back at home.

To cover up his awkward little victory cheer, he moved to check on Ace, doubting such an impact was at all pleasant. Might as well have been chucking a nugget at a rhino." Got to thank Ace for giving it his all...thank you." Gently petting the orange chick before recalling him to his ball, mentally promising to reward them properly. Even if he did not feel like he won, his pokemon did after giving their all....he was simply shown a tiny glimpse of the gap ahead of him.

The realization with it came a fear of the possible threats; if this was just a friendly opponent then what if it was a force that wanted him dead? Like the Forbidden Forest? A haunting chill ran up his spine as the image of the forest opening formed clearly in his head, feeling like he was back there. For a brief moment he thought to abandon such folly, he was not built for forest trekking!

The mystery of lady Aria, however came back full force with a strong curiosity, somehow feeling it being driven even more after Ramos pokemon's determined demonstration.

With a screw-it hop and spin on his feet, regaining his composure crossing his arms." And with this, I do believe I am owed a flower?" A satisfied grin, a hint of smug; allowing himself to revel a bit in this victory even if a little. And now, with his mind calmed down, he recalled Faye and how she sought the forest first and now the knowledge he could rub it in her face brought actual joy to his smile.

🗡 Roses and Daggers 🎕

Kazumaki: Descent into Courtship Madness

Kazumin Nagasa

Time: 25th
Location: Carriage-Pinewood
Interactions:
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Clickity clackity, rickekty clack..clack..clack..clack…clack! Round and round again as the carriage wheels trudged on in growing tandem with every new carriage tagging along.

On the mundane boredom ticked on and only the sounds of nickering horses and faint chirps of bugs and insects. A lovely full moon gave the incredibly bored Kazumin, fingers drumming in attempted unison with the carriage’s rumbling.

* Errgh! I should be excited as all hell for this trip and yet all I feel is fucking bamboozled!* Gently slamming his fist against the base of the window, the curtain rustling from his frustrated grunt.* And to be stuck with Mr. uptight Mcgee over here.* The blonde slyly glared over at Hugo, who quietly sat across, arms crossed, gently across his chest and eyes closed, appearing as if asleep..

Oh, but the stingy bastard was far from doing so, the slight sting of his neck where his small dagger left its all too unpleasant reminder, and for merely trying to flick his nose. A tightwad with a lot of anger, that one.

Kazuming leaned against the window, trying to peer out for a better peek, hoping to discern how much longer to this so-called campsite. Though still seemed a decent bit to go, having only set off minutes ago, for Kazu it might as well have felt like hours, as such had him shifting and miming all his thoughts as if he had been conversing with the statue.

Once learning this, he let his body collapse back down in a defiantly angry pose. He both wanted and didn’t want to go to this so-called camping event. Camping. What peasant and least of all, what farmer didn’t love camping? Hell, it was one of the few bloody damn things men like him could do and after everything gleaned from the meeting; this had been exactly what he needed.

At least, that’s what she told him.* It was her. That blasted maid and that wicked tongue of hers. It’s thanks to her I’m on my way to a d-d-...gah, fuck! Even the word!* He had turned, body coiling away, turning back to lie against the window; ignorant of Hugo’s presence.

* To think, a gift could come with such a hidden cost. Damn you Sasha!* In his frustrations, he pulled the curtains, and the luminescent flash enveloped Kazu’s visions.

[The blinding flash fades as the location rewinds to Asteroth’s estate half an hour before departing]

Prior to departure flashback

“ Owww! The hell was that for? Bloody christ!” Kazu cried out; left hand clutching his freshly red-printed cheek, followed by a grimaced wince at having his right hand tugged at.

Sasha with an irritated huff of air, blew a strand of hair from her face as she sharply pulled Kazu’s hand closer into her lap.” If you would stop moving so much, this would already be over. Course, if you had the sense to get it dealt with when you were with your friends we wouldn’t be in this situation.” She started with restrained anger etching the lines of her face, unusual to see on the mostly calm maid while her eyes, though showed concern.

Seeing the concern deflated his anger and with it gone, left Kazu feeling sheepish and ashamed.

Her anger was justified by having to deal with him bursting in with an injured hand and some unpleasant bits of news, though given no internal details itself, simply mentioning a meeting. The less she knew the better and each of them knew that the lord would expect a proper report.

Said report that could wait for it was easily apparent that Kazumin was stressed out, seeing him fidgeting in place and nibbling at his thumb without noticing, the stings of his hand and cheek long since gone from his mind

A final tug of the freshly placed bandage.” All clean. Consider yourself thankful it was just a cut.” Her face softened, giving his hand a gentle comforting pat.” It's discerning seeing you so shaken, Mr Nagasa. It must have been a…difficult meeting.” She soothed, her once angry words now a warm balm.

Hearing them afforded Kazu the respite needed to relax, albeit if a little since bursting his way in bellowing about needing a drink.

Could be it was the shock of him just plopping onto the couch and chugging the bottle over his hand like it had been dying of thirst that warranted the slap? He thought before dismissing it with an airy wave of the mind.

A tired sigh as he turned his hand over; cleaned and reeking of scotch, the partially emptied bottle now sat on the coffee table. Just sitting there, mere inches away from him, teasing him like the decadent whore it was! * Why are you not in my mouth?!* Kazu thought pained though he dared not make for it; a feeling any attempt would only be met with further pains..” Ugh…you’re telling me. If you had to be in that room with those involved, you’d be a right mess too. And…who decided to go and show up dressed in such a manner.” Motioning at himself still very much wearing the overly fancy, puffy suit.

A stifled snicker from Sasha.

“ You got any idea the time it took putting on this blasted beard?! Two hours!” Ripping it off as he claimed so.” And for wha- yeowch! Ya fuckin git!” Hands hugging his cheeks now burning freshly anew.” Here I go and have a lovely evening with Ruby and…and well let’s just say my day has been ruined….the meal was still immaculate and Ruby looked lovely..and ravenous for meat, but besides that, ruined!” A weak chuckle, rubbing idly at his burning cheeks all the while.

“ A damn bloody fool, that’s what I was. And one of them was drunk at that!” Kazu groaned incredulously, recalling the glass-breaking incident all too well. Gods, how humiliating, who else could say their first impressions of the prince were dancing with his sister and having a cheesy moment amid it all?

Frowning, Sasha had stood up and stepped around to gently place a comforting hand on his shoulder.” Shh, let's put a pin on this for now. It is quite evident you are in no state to fret over the matters plaguing your mind.” She nodded, her gentle grip tensioning slightly.

“ In fact, I believe there is something that may be exactly what you need to help get your mind off things.”

Lifting his head from his internal cringing, intrigued curiosity grabbed his attention.” Oh yeah? Hit me?”

She started as if to speak, but hesitated shortly as if wrestling with to say it or not then gave a simple disarming smile.

That damn smile. deceptively sweet and innocent like honey, but beneath her lips hid a viper.

“ Yes, before you decided to come in, screeching like a boy whose hand got stuck in a jar. I had intended to inform you once you had made yourself comfortable that Lord ASteroth, in his generous heart, had set up a camping courting event for you.”

Every word spoken, candied sweets, an attempt to cover up the ruse, the guise.

One that had worked, at first as Kazu’s face instantly lit up with color not formed from pain as he and his cowlick perked up, his body previously lying back now sat up, hands on knees, akin to a child eager at the prospect of a trip.” Camping?! Yes! Gods yes! Getting away from all this romantical and political bullcrap, and instead go roughing it in the wild!”

Now rubbing his hands together, the fun activities he typically enjoyed like hunting or foraging and climbing around like he was a monkey; such that he has since been deprived of, his excitement was palpable.

A confirming nod from the maid.” Do keep in mind that ladies will be joining coming along as well. So do keep in mind to behave.” A small wave of the index finger as she stated such.

Letting loose a long relieved sigh.” Really? Could be fun. Guess Lord Asty isn’t so bad after all. Odd though…one could hardly expect a group of noble ladies to go to a camping event….hang on a mo…didn’t you say courting?” He asked Sasha accusingly.

At this, the maid shifted and covered her mouth playing off a small cough.” I..I don’t believe I did. Now stop fretting and go get packed.” Attempting to get him up to shoo off.

“ You did. Camping courting event..you definitely did…courting…ladies..behave? While camping?!”

Then it dawned on him and with the realization, the world spiraled around him. Now his mind whirled; lost amidst memories, searching for something, anything that could explain how he could be so betrayed, his love of camping..merely a backdrop for a d-d-d-damn it all!

With Kazumin just sitting there like a statue, Sasha had exhaled, having expected his reaction to be far more reactive.” I know that this may be upsetting, after already going through what you have, but It is time you participate in courting, to go in line with partaking in all the formalities of nobility.” She attempted to explain, but no response came from the blonde, only the shifting of his eyes on her to and fro.” But, I know how much you love camping (in thanks to their numerous chats) and this way you can have a courtship in a place most comfortable for you. This might be exactly what you need to calm that busy mind..and might find yourself a lady at that.” Folding her hands and resting them against the bottom of her chin, where she gave a cute, almost pleading expression. She seemed to genuinely just want him to find a girl to finally get this spastic young man on some restraint.

Every word she said might as well have been spoken from space with how it sounded a garbled mess. That’s what he wanted, at least. But no, he heard every word; each like a dagger jabbing into his ears for each uttering twisted the knife in his back. The knife, the camp he could not escape, his nightly fate sealed. All he could do was sit there and stare at Sasha without really seeing.

Picking up on Kazumin’s distraught about this whole situation, the maid quickly cleared her throat.” A-and since this was thrust upon you out of the blue, I think allowing two little requests of yours might..improve the night for you and the lucky partner..” Frantically suggesting in the hopes this might ease the statued peasant.

A long minute of painfully awkward silence was broken by a low faint low groan, one that might be mistaken for a dying animal as Kazu slowly leaned forward until his upper body was bent forward and hovering above his knees. His right hand rubbed at his forehead. Still trying to work out what led to all of this.

Scouring his history in his mind, but none gave the answer he sought. Fingers moved to rub at his eyes followed by the slowest nose exhale a man could feasibly do before uttering a single word.

“ Why?”

[The agitation in the eyes rubbed away and as the darkness ebbs, light brings the carriage into view]

Fingers pulled from his eyes, annoyance etched in his features.” Pretty as the moon is, got no need blinding me like that.” Groaned the cowlicked blonde.

“ The farmer has returned to reality, I see.” Hugo’s harsh, gruff voice suddenly grated at his ears after breaking amidst the rumbling wheels.

Tilting his head without actually lifting his head from his left hand holding it up propped by an elbow on the knee. Only now noticing he had been bent over similarly as before for the past several minutes or so, lost in that horrid retelling that landed him here. And all during had drawn ever closer to the campsite. A convenient distraction in that regard, at least.

The stony guard now shifted in a more upright position, hands rested on his knees; hilt bouncing idly at the left side of his waist.” A peculiar sight. I assumed you to be the most eager for such an event as this?” Casually motioning out towards the window, where the light of flames flickering could be seen.

Grumbling was his answer at first, Kazu turning away in with a disgruntled meh.” You’re telling me. I should be, damn it. How can I when it's about courting!” Throwing out his arms in disbelief and then collapsed back against the cushioned seat, hands sliding down his face, where his left hand then dropped with a soft thump onto the camping bag sitting to his left.

The touch of the old fabric against his palm and the faint chinking of the canteen and other small camping trinkets calmed him.” Kind of her to let me bring this. This bad boy’s got everything any camper with a right mind needs.” Kazu started showcasing his gear whether Hugo asked for it or not, showing off some rope, a sewing kit, a canteen, an extra pair of socks, an old mostly worn-out sleeping bag, and a small tent among other things.” If there is one thing I can say to always have on ya when camping...” Snapping his hand outward with a metallic click of his pocketknife.” A handy pocket knife. Never be caught without it, certainly not when out in the woods.” He laughed as he showed off his gear.

Raising his brow; a small dismissive snort at the dingy switchblade.” If that is your go-to weapon for hunting then I pity the game you hunt.” Shaking his head, amused.

This net him an offended gasp.” The fuck? No!” He denied vehemently; diving into the back where from deep within, he had wrested a large old and well-used hunting knife, a slip of its old cow-hide sheath soon glinted the hunting blade’s beauty.

The knife, at first glance, looked nothing special. Simple make with strong signs of wear and tear, signs it was a few generations old passed down. The blade, however still looked as sharp as it was new that showed great care.” Nah, now this. This is my hunting weapon. The nagasa’s hunting knife.”

He held it with a gentle, yet firm grip and gave a few coy slices of the air in demonstration, the agile ease he did so showed his comfortability and skill, the cherished joy overflowing from his eyes as he admired the heirloom before a sadness took his brow, for it was in his hands but only for a borrowed time, till oldest under him came of age.” Mhm, this knife has slain many a beast of all sizes. Even took out a bear…or so grandpap told me and I’m choosing to believe it.” Guffawed Kazu.

He studied the giddy farm boy brandishing said knife though it was his talk of hunting beast and bears that had unexpectedly brought the man to laugh.

An act that took Kazu by shock, but far be it from him to miss an opportunity, shifted his position until he sat in a pose reminiscent of a grumpy old coot with a glinting stink eye aimed at the guard, brandishing the knife with mock threatening.” Find somethin funny, do ya, sonny?” Snorted the kazu-coot.

Hugo momentarily obscured his face with his left hand as if ashamed of letting this bit of emotion slip.” I suppose I should give apologies. But, I cannot help but find the idea of courting a lady terrifying you more than wild beasts.” The so-called stoned knight had struck Kazu’s male pride with a boulder slight.

“ H-hey! I’m not scared of gals..er vilage ladies…but noble ladies? They’re whole different class and in my case, literally. Do I look like the kind of guy who should be mingling with all those beautiful, high-class ladies?” Asked while slouching back and leaning against his pack, the cowlicked farmhand sat wearing no fancy suit or silly get-up or disguise, he merely wore his overalls and loose shirt beneath. (Freshly washed and steamed at that, Sasha ensured that)

Hugo, stroking at his chin shook his head in response.” Surely, knowing what this event entails you would have thought to have chosen your attire more appropriately.”

An exasperated sputtering of the lips.” If I got to spend the night stuck at a campsite trying to woo some lady who is leagues above my station, at that. I will do so in **proper** camping attire and I will not be denied my requests.”

A weary sigh from the annoyed gentleman, before he could say anything, Kazu interjected.” And fair warning right now, to be clear. Anyone tries to make me wear some uptight suit on this one night…I’mma deck em on the mouth.” He stated matter-factly with a look saying just try me.

This warranted Hugo to dismiss his original words with a wave of the hand.” Fret not, I have no intention of earning your ire over a minor issue, however, I would not be remiss to remind you to behave, regardless of whatever reasons for your…overdramatic fears.” Warning in his tone.

His mood relenting as he then raised his hands in a defeated manner.” Easy, easy. Just cause I have no idea what the hell I’m gonna do, being a jerk to a lady is the furthest from my mind. Believe me, I’ve already got plenty of bad eyes on me as it is, don’t be needing to get anymore coming after me.” Knowing his luck, he doubted things would go so smoothly, to his chagrin.

“ Long as it is understood.” House Asteroth needed not more negative views and to see young Kazumin shaken up by something simple as a courting event.” I wish to state this and I say so with no offense more so to understand, but one would think that one of your status would jump at such an opportunity.” Saying it out aloud left the man visibly perplexed as he peered at the younger man queerly.” Certainly, were it any man from your village they would be rightfully beside themselves.” Finishing his vocal pondering with a small smack of the lips, eager for an answer.

The questions that hit Kazumin left him appearing as if he might hit back with a rebuke, instead let out a sigh as he slipped the knife back in the pack before leaning forward, yet again with arms resting along his knees, fingers pressed together musingly as he gazed somewhere between the floor and Hugo.” Heh, you’re definitely not wrong there.” Chuckled, a soft smile lined with sad chocolate brown eyes.

That was something he had been wondering about, himself, for as long as he could think.” If any of the fellas back at home had even an inkling of what I was doing, they’d have me sack and clobbered with filled socks.” Unable to help but snicker at the image of the sheer jealousy they would have.” You don’t even want to know what the Anastasia fan club would do. Man, if they ever find out I danced with their beloved p r i n c e s s ….” Trailing off having said the last word in a long slow process as flashes of the newspaper hit like a spun newswheel, dawning on him.” Shit! Oh fuck! You don’t think the news got to them, already, do you?”

[Quick zoom to a small run-down barn in a secluded outcropping a smidge removed from Kazumin’s village]

A group of drunk and incredibly pissed farmhands of varying ages and some gals huddled and crying around their treasured poster of Princess Anastasia. Sitting inches below, lie the poster depicting the source of their woes with mentioned newspaper scrap pinned next to Kazumin’s stupid grinning face. The image had been drawn over to look like a scummy dirtbag with crude scribbles and drawings.

Voices cried out in frustration.” Damn you Kazu!” and “ It should have been me-e-e-e!” Along with. “ Fuck him and his bouncy cowlick!” Among other jeers and booes aimed at Kazu as rocks and darts were flung, some brandishing voo-doo dolls trying to curse him.” Go to hell you blonde bastard!”

[Best mosey on back]

Scratching at his chin, pondering for a minute then shrugged his shoulders.” Ahh it will be fine. Hardly any of them can hardly read anyway….might need to ask Ani for some kind of gift to take back for them though..just to be safe.” Further chin scratching pondering at this.

“ Anywho, let’s just say for short story sake, my interests always been in other places like exploration and so forth. Hm…” Why was that so, he hoped to discern that eventually. A clap of his knees and a big huffing exhale.” Phew, welp. Not much I can do about it, so might as well try and get into the spirit. Lords knows some good old roughhousing is good for a hard reset, a break from all the drama nonsense and a chance to have the ladies experience camping could make this an interesting night.” Excitement began to fill his face anew.

A quizzical raise of the brow from Hugo.” Roughhousing? Mr. Nagasa….it seems Miss Sasha has failed to relay the full details of this camp event.” Obscuring his face, hiding an amused smirk as he had a feeling it was by no means an accident. For once, Hugo would get to enjoy a little show.

This was met with a quizzical tilt of the head from Kazu.” What? The fuck are you goin on ab-” Mouth went agape as the carriage pulled up and around to a stop at the entrance of pinewood. And with each horrific rumbling clack of the wheel, came the views of the tents and festivities. His face now pressed against the window’s glass, eyes widening in horror as he took in the disgustingly glamerous tents and lavish decorations and facilities all their fancy typical crap.

“ no……no…..No………Noo N- ooh I do like the lanterns though……NOoooo- oh god whyyy!” Face pressed further upon the glass in between each pause, forced to take in the hellish scene drawing upon him.” Oh..no..gods….what have you noble bastards done?! Is nothing sacred…oh lords, Hugo no..this..this isn’t camping? This..this sick abomination…what the hell even is this? Glamorous camping? Glamping?! Glamping Hugo!”

Sounds of immense disappointed wailing and thumping of forehead against glass could be heard. The carriage rocketed gently as Hugo was left to let the distraught fool get it all out.

Nearly five minutes passed before the door finally clicked open, where a dejected Kazumin stepped his way down, pack clutched and held to his right side; noticing the rest having gathered in the pavilion and with a defeated sigh, he trudged his way over.

Along the way as he went.” Ugh…come on, Kazu. You still got your pack, can still camp your way after…” Glancing around at the overly-indulgent set-up surrounding him, a mockery of camping; gagged from the sights, a headache inducing onslaught almost.” You can do this. Shouldn’t be that hard to do this whole..courtship thing. I can only pray its not a lady of stupidly high standing….might be some smaller house or someone I know, yeah? The uncertain blonde pep-talked with only marginal effect leaving him more nervous than agitated now.

Soon pulling up to the group, giving himself one last deep breath.” It’s all good. Just go at it like you always do without stressing so much. Just think of this as a normal camp night out and it all should go smoothly…..gods I hope so.” At the very least he could only hope this night would not get any worse.

“Once everyone gathers 'round, we’ll start handing out your tent assignments! And,” she added with a playful wink, “you’ll be assigned your partner for the evening. So stay close! It’s going to be an unforgettable night!”

The announcement by the preppy duo, the real and stark reminder of the real purpose he was here for. And he had to put up with such peppy schmucks, you know those overly preppy counselors? This campsite was starting to feel more like a hellscape.

“ There better be some damn booze somewhere in this blasted camp. Damn you, Sasha.” Glaring his disdain at the moon, swearing to see her face almost mocking him.

Rising Stars: A Fairy Tail AU

D'angelo Schultz

@Lunarlord34 Akemi @twave Ariel @zarkun Aylin Blackreach

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Following along from the rear, mostly to know which car they would be staying in to keep track of in case something was to happen. Taking this opportunity to get a good look of the train's interior; admiring the decor and so as his clouds made train use unnecessary.

It wasn't long before they arrived and already he could see Akemi trying to befriend the young lady. Pleasant to see as he glanced around the car, taking in a quick look around, until Lady Aylin looked in his direction.

" Hey! By the way, miss, the name's D'angelo. I'm mostly just here for observin so don't mind me. I will be putting up a backup in case of an emergency. Should form in a few minutes, if anything bad should happen, just give it a little whack and poomf!" Miming an expansion with his hands." Hope everyone has a safe and fun ride!" A double thumbs up before moving to prep.

Whistling and bouncing atop nimbus while gently whipping up a handful from the golden cloud, where he worked and shaped it into a puffy golden snowball." Pitcher winding up and..." With a fair number wind up of his arms, the chubby male chucked the ball upward, having it land on the ceiling near the car's center with a faint and gentle squish where it then settled and took root to start growing with each passing second exposed to the air, like a plant forming small tendrils; thin, waspy golden smokey trail slithered to both sides of the train. Over the next few minutes, at the center base, it would sprout into a softball-sized puffy yellow orb hanging partially down like a wobbly chandelier, enough for most to reach with little trouble. (while certain shorter individuals may find requiring need of jumping to reach)

With that done, D'angelo drifted off with a departing wave back out and towards the front of the train; drawing up to the side until he was leveled with it. A wave of the hands to have a waft of white cloud form and be shaped into a helmet then draped over his head, finishing with a whispy cloudy scarf." Can't forget about safety...Oops!"

A slap of the head forehead, nearly forgetting as he reached into his cloudy companion to pull out a pair of goggles." Phew, don't want to go losing an eye to some bird out jayflying or anything." Shaking his head at such possible humiliation before even on an actual job. With a snap and a small ow, goggles were on. Not to mention a bad look for a first not-job job to boot.

" Ok, this is it Nimbus. Just remember this, winning isn't the goal so just do your best and see how we fare to the epic power and might of science!" HIs arms out wide in amazed wonder towards the massive mechanical beast; a hiss of steam almost as if in acknowledgment of the strange human's challenge."This is so cool isn't it, nimbus? Getting to not only see beasts and meet new people, but new mechanical wonders of all sorts too, all of it just waiting for us to see..and it all begins officially down this track!" HIs body bounced giddily in place laughing with elation.

Soon hearing the train gearing up to set off, the pudgy young adult shifted into a sitting position, moving his hands to click in place a seatbelt to better hold him down." Let's show everyone what you can do and most of all..a good time!"

Pokémon: There and Back Again

Tristan Glory

Inventory

Inventory

Pokedollars: $4,600

Pokeballs: 20
Premiere balls: 0
Potions: 1
Repel: 1
Camping gear
Old and tattered Pokémon textbook (gifted by Nurse Joy)
Moomoo Milk: 6
Allergy Medicine
Emergency care kit (includes one multi-bristled brush, comb, tweezers, clippers, skin cream, compact mirror)

Special Gear:
Mystery Files (quest item)
Ice stone: 1

On-Hand

Pokémon Team

King

King



Species: Darkness Pokémon
Type: Flying/Dark
Level: 12
Ability: Super luck (Increases the chance of critical hits by 1 stage.)

Moveset:

Peck: King uses its sharp beak to peck at the opponent.
Astonish: King startles the opponent with a surprise attack.
Pursuit: King chases down and attacks an opponent trying to flee.
Feather Dance: King flutters its feathers to lower the opponent's attack.
Haze: King releases a mist to eliminate all stat changes.

Princess

Princess


Species: Emanation Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Fighting
Level: 9
Ability: Prankster (Gives priority to status moves)

Moveset:

Quick Attack: Princess lunges quickly to strike the opponent.
Endure: Princess endures any attack with at least 1 HP remaining.
Feint: Princess strikes with a swift attack that ignores the opponent's defenses.
Metal Claw: Princess attacks with sharp claws made of metal.

Ace

Ace


Species: Chick Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Fire
Level: 11
Ability: Speed Boost (Boosts the speed stat by one stage at the end of every turn)

Moveset:

Scratch: Ace scratches the opponent with sharp claws.
Growl: Ace growls to intimidate and lower the opponent's attack.
Ember: Ace launches small flames to burn the opponent.
Quick Attack: Ace delivers a swift attack before the opponent can react.
Flame Charge: Ace charges at the opponent while cloaked in flames.

Angel

Angel


Species: Flowering Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Grass
Level: 11
Ability: Regenerator (Restores a little of the Pokémon's HP when withdrawn from battle)

Moveset:

Leafage: Angel attacks with sharp leaves.
Sing: Angel sings a soothing melody to put the opponent to sleep.
Sweet Scent: Angel releases a pleasant aroma to lower the opponent's evasion.
Rapid Spin: Angel spins rapidly to deflect attacks and remove hazards. Increases spd by 1 stage.
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Sewaddle

Sewaddle


Species: Sewing Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Grass
Level: 8
Ability: Chlorophyll (Doubles the speed stat during harsh sunlight)

Moveset:

Tackle: Sewaddle tackles the opponent with its body.
String Shot: Sewaddle spews silk to bind and slow down the opponent.
Bug Bite: Sewaddle bites the opponent with sharp mandibles.

Combee

Combee


Species: Tiny Bee Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Flying
Level: 9
Ability: Hustle (Boosts the Pokémon's attack but lowers accuracy)

Moveset:

Sweet Scent: Combee releases a sweet aroma to attract opponents.
Gust: Combee flaps its wings to create a gust of wind.
Struggle Bug: Combee launches a weak bug-type attack that lowers the opponent's special attack.
Bug Bite: Combee bites the opponent with sharp mandibles.

PC

Pokémon Storage System

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Ramos words wrung true, of course, and Tristan wouldn't normally dismiss him, but he was in a heated-up state going through his first proper battle. One that proved far more intense than a trainer that only started just the other day but guess the divine forces of Arceus decided it cruely funny to toss a huge ass bipedal lizard at some tiny birds and a flower. Hard not to see that rather hard finisher as bullying too after the fact.

Still, he appreciated the words for they did help calm some sense back into him, affording him to catch notice of the white flash from Ace. Not only had it been a succeess but it had also reminded him of his Torchic's ability, speed boost.

Even with it, the grovyle was still faster, but only for so long. Considering that Ace was mostly fine with type advantage, yet, that detect was an issue for Ember. Trying to do it in r-

Suddenly an idea came to mind, a risky one though at this point, Tristan started to realize risk was the only way to win with the advantage he had right now. It came down to if Ace could pull an indirect hit.

Gritting his teeth, hands clenched as he prepared to order his torchic to do something he knew the bird hated." Quick, Ace! I know it's scary, but just charge at the grovyle! Don't think about anything else and keep going...at the last moment shift into a flame charge and ram as hard as you can!" Called out the teen, the last bit given shortly before Ace would clash to try with a surprised ambush.

Hardly a sane idea, but simply running could only serve to tire Ace out. Better to try and get some damage and hopefully, the speed boost needed, assuming the orange chick survives.

Pokémon: There and Back Again

Tristan Glory

Inventory

Inventory

Pokedollars: $4,600

Pokeballs: 20
Premiere balls: 0
Potions: 1
Repel: 1
Camping gear
Old and tattered Pokémon textbook (gifted by Nurse Joy)
Moomoo Milk: 6
Allergy Medicine
Emergency care kit (includes one multi-bristled brush, comb, tweezers, clippers, skin cream, compact mirror)

Special Gear:
Mystery Files (quest item)
Ice stone: 1

On-Hand

Pokémon Team

King

King



Species: Darkness Pokémon
Type: Flying/Dark
Level: 12
Ability: Super luck (Increases the chance of critical hits by 1 stage.)

Moveset:

Peck: King uses its sharp beak to peck at the opponent.
Astonish: King startles the opponent with a surprise attack.
Pursuit: King chases down and attacks an opponent trying to flee.
Feather Dance: King flutters its feathers to lower the opponent's attack.
Haze: King releases a mist to eliminate all stat changes.

Princess

Princess


Species: Emanation Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Fighting
Level: 9
Ability: Prankster (Gives priority to status moves)

Moveset:

Quick Attack: Princess lunges quickly to strike the opponent.
Endure: Princess endures any attack with at least 1 HP remaining.
Feint: Princess strikes with a swift attack that ignores the opponent's defenses.
Metal Claw: Princess attacks with sharp claws made of metal.

Ace

Ace


Species: Chick Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Fire
Level: 11
Ability: Speed Boost (Boosts the speed stat by one stage at the end of every turn)

Moveset:

Scratch: Ace scratches the opponent with sharp claws.
Growl: Ace growls to intimidate and lower the opponent's attack.
Ember: Ace launches small flames to burn the opponent.
Quick Attack: Ace delivers a swift attack before the opponent can react.
Flame Charge: Ace charges at the opponent while cloaked in flames.

Angel

Angel


Species: Flowering Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Grass
Level: 11
Ability: Regenerator (Restores a little of the Pokémon's HP when withdrawn from battle)

Moveset:

Leafage: Angel attacks with sharp leaves.
Sing: Angel sings a soothing melody to put the opponent to sleep.
Sweet Scent: Angel releases a pleasant aroma to lower the opponent's evasion.
Rapid Spin: Angel spins rapidly to deflect attacks and remove hazards. Increases spd by 1 stage.
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Sewaddle

Sewaddle


Species: Sewing Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Grass
Level: 8
Ability: Chlorophyll (Doubles the speed stat during harsh sunlight)

Moveset:

Tackle: Sewaddle tackles the opponent with its body.
String Shot: Sewaddle spews silk to bind and slow down the opponent.
Bug Bite: Sewaddle bites the opponent with sharp mandibles.

Combee

Combee


Species: Tiny Bee Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Flying
Level: 9
Ability: Hustle (Boosts the Pokémon's attack but lowers accuracy)

Moveset:

Sweet Scent: Combee releases a sweet aroma to attract opponents.
Gust: Combee flaps its wings to create a gust of wind.
Struggle Bug: Combee launches a weak bug-type attack that lowers the opponent's special attack.
Bug Bite: Combee bites the opponent with sharp mandibles.

PC

Pokémon Storage System

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King had been putting up a great fight and for the bird's first actual trainer battle, had done more than Tristan ever imagined. Sadly, that luck came to an end and with it, the murkrow's inexperience proved too lacking.

Seeing his Pokemon lose wasn't what hurt, but seeing King getting slammed down so hard, almost as if the Grovyle had done it on purpose. Unlikely that it did, but for the teen still new to all this, felt his blood boil with a fiercer gaze at the green bipedal dead stain. With restrained anger, Tristan got out King's Pokeball to recall the fainted mon.

" This was meant to be your redemption, but you did great. Rest now." He whispered to the ball, unsure if King could hear them though they were just as comforting to him as they were meant for the bird.

A brief supporting squeeze, he pocketed and grabbed his next then aimed a fierce gaze at the Grovyle." Panic? I'm going to teach that lizard brain manners to bully small pokemon so!" Shouted Tristan in challenging Rebuke as then called out Ace, the orange chicknugget jumping with a frightened chirp at the sight of the imposing opponent looming like a giant.

He knew sending Ace against such a scary opponent was not ideal, but having him be the last pokemon felt too risky. There was also King's last hit; hopefully dealing enough to slow Grovyle for Ace to manage and one thing was clear, a direct fight was bad for the little bird." Alright, Ace! Don't worry about getting close! Focus on using ember burn for attack and use quick attack to escape, doesn't matter if the ember misses, just keep firing and running!" Tristan called out his strategy, sweating like crazy, his orders sounding strange like one doing a desperate measure, but the silver-haired teen looked like he had a plan in mind.

Black Clover: Fool's Arcana

Attempts to wobble in only to trip and fall, rolling into the server."w-wah! Ugh, I got a cs in mind. Working it out and will try to get something up tomorrow." Struggles to get back up, resigns and with a flustered sigh rolls back out.

Pokémon: There and Back Again

Tristan Glory

Inventory

Inventory

Pokedollars: $4,600

Pokeballs: 20
Premiere balls: 0
Potions: 1
Repel: 1
Camping gear
Old and tattered Pokémon textbook (gifted by Nurse Joy)
Moomoo Milk: 6
Allergy Medicine
Emergency care kit (includes one multi-bristled brush, comb, tweezers, clippers, skin cream, compact mirror)

Special Gear:
Mystery Files (quest item)
Ice stone: 1

On-Hand

Pokémon Team

King

King



Species: Darkness Pokémon
Type: Flying/Dark
Level: 12
Ability: Super luck (Increases the chance of critical hits by 1 stage.)

Moveset:

Peck: King uses its sharp beak to peck at the opponent.
Astonish: King startles the opponent with a surprise attack.
Pursuit: King chases down and attacks an opponent trying to flee.
Feather Dance: King flutters its feathers to lower the opponent's attack.
Haze: King releases a mist to eliminate all stat changes.

Princess

Princess


Species: Emanation Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Fighting
Level: 9
Ability: Prankster (Gives priority to status moves)

Moveset:

Quick Attack: Princess lunges quickly to strike the opponent.
Endure: Princess endures any attack with at least 1 HP remaining.
Feint: Princess strikes with a swift attack that ignores the opponent's defenses.
Metal Claw: Princess attacks with sharp claws made of metal.

Ace

Ace


Species: Chick Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Fire
Level: 11
Ability: Speed Boost (Boosts the speed stat by one stage at the end of every turn)

Moveset:

Scratch: Ace scratches the opponent with sharp claws.
Growl: Ace growls to intimidate and lower the opponent's attack.
Ember: Ace launches small flames to burn the opponent.
Quick Attack: Ace delivers a swift attack before the opponent can react.
Flame Charge: Ace charges at the opponent while cloaked in flames.

Angel

Angel


Species: Flowering Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Grass
Level: 11
Ability: Regenerator (Restores a little of the Pokémon's HP when withdrawn from battle)

Moveset:

Leafage: Angel attacks with sharp leaves.
Sing: Angel sings a soothing melody to put the opponent to sleep.
Sweet Scent: Angel releases a pleasant aroma to lower the opponent's evasion.
Rapid Spin: Angel spins rapidly to deflect attacks and remove hazards. Increases spd by 1 stage.
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Sewaddle

Sewaddle


Species: Sewing Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Grass
Level: 8
Ability: Chlorophyll (Doubles the speed stat during harsh sunlight)

Moveset:

Tackle: Sewaddle tackles the opponent with its body.
String Shot: Sewaddle spews silk to bind and slow down the opponent.
Bug Bite: Sewaddle bites the opponent with sharp mandibles.

Combee

Combee


Species: Tiny Bee Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Flying
Level: 9
Ability: Hustle (Boosts the Pokémon's attack but lowers accuracy)

Moveset:

Sweet Scent: Combee releases a sweet aroma to attract opponents.
Gust: Combee flaps its wings to create a gust of wind.
Struggle Bug: Combee launches a weak bug-type attack that lowers the opponent's special attack.
Bug Bite: Combee bites the opponent with sharp mandibles.

PC

Pokémon Storage System

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What Tristan witnessed left the teen stunned momentarily at the wild maneuver King had managed to pull off. How that small bird pulled it off with that onslaught. A breath of relief followed.

Brief as a snowflake landing on one's palm, then his stress spiked back up as he saw the Grovyle still standing strong, even if looking damaged. Only to be betrayed by it's crazy speed which left Tristan little time to think up something.

It was clear that King could never hope to deliver an attack that could overpower the lizard barreling at a bird less than half its size. Attacking now would be foolish." Damn it all! Just take the deepest breath you can and focus on dodging! Wait for a chance to slip past to deliver a peck!" Tristan called out, frustrated at being constantly forced on the defensive, but against such an opponent, little else he could think to do. The silver-haired teen no longer took his eyes off the Grovyle, fearing losing sight of it could throw King off.

Pokémon: There and Back Again

Tristan Glory

Inventory

Inventory

Pokedollars: $4,600

Pokeballs: 20
Premiere balls: 0
Potions: 1
Repel: 1
Camping gear
Old and tattered Pokémon textbook (gifted by Nurse Joy)
Moomoo Milk: 6
Allergy Medicine
Emergency care kit (includes one multi-bristled brush, comb, tweezers, clippers, skin cream, compact mirror)

Special Gear:
Mystery Files (quest item)
Ice stone: 1

On-Hand

Pokémon Team

King

King



Species: Darkness Pokémon
Type: Flying/Dark
Level: 12
Ability: Super luck (Increases the chance of critical hits by 1 stage.)

Moveset:

Peck: King uses its sharp beak to peck at the opponent.
Astonish: King startles the opponent with a surprise attack.
Pursuit: King chases down and attacks an opponent trying to flee.
Feather Dance: King flutters its feathers to lower the opponent's attack.
Haze: King releases a mist to eliminate all stat changes.

Princess

Princess


Species: Emanation Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Fighting
Level: 9
Ability: Prankster (Gives priority to status moves)

Moveset:

Quick Attack: Princess lunges quickly to strike the opponent.
Endure: Princess endures any attack with at least 1 HP remaining.
Feint: Princess strikes with a swift attack that ignores the opponent's defenses.
Metal Claw: Princess attacks with sharp claws made of metal.

Ace

Ace


Species: Chick Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Fire
Level: 11
Ability: Speed Boost (Boosts the speed stat by one stage at the end of every turn)

Moveset:

Scratch: Ace scratches the opponent with sharp claws.
Growl: Ace growls to intimidate and lower the opponent's attack.
Ember: Ace launches small flames to burn the opponent.
Quick Attack: Ace delivers a swift attack before the opponent can react.
Flame Charge: Ace charges at the opponent while cloaked in flames.

Angel

Angel


Species: Flowering Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Grass
Level: 11
Ability: Regenerator (Restores a little of the Pokémon's HP when withdrawn from battle)

Moveset:

Leafage: Angel attacks with sharp leaves.
Sing: Angel sings a soothing melody to put the opponent to sleep.
Sweet Scent: Angel releases a pleasant aroma to lower the opponent's evasion.
Rapid Spin: Angel spins rapidly to deflect attacks and remove hazards. Increases spd by 1 stage.
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Sewaddle

Sewaddle


Species: Sewing Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Grass
Level: 8
Ability: Chlorophyll (Doubles the speed stat during harsh sunlight)

Moveset:

Tackle: Sewaddle tackles the opponent with its body.
String Shot: Sewaddle spews silk to bind and slow down the opponent.
Bug Bite: Sewaddle bites the opponent with sharp mandibles.

Combee

Combee


Species: Tiny Bee Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Flying
Level: 9
Ability: Hustle (Boosts the Pokémon's attack but lowers accuracy)

Moveset:

Sweet Scent: Combee releases a sweet aroma to attract opponents.
Gust: Combee flaps its wings to create a gust of wind.
Struggle Bug: Combee launches a weak bug-type attack that lowers the opponent's special attack.
Bug Bite: Combee bites the opponent with sharp mandibles.

PC

Pokémon Storage System

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How frustrating it was for Tristan to see King struggling to barely avoid just getting blasted out of the sky by green spheres. The bird had no long range moves and both too slow and inexperienced to get to Grovyle fast enough. The stressed teen was grasping for a route or plan out of this, but each second made his scope narrower.

Tristan had always struggled at making decisions alone; quick and on the fly decisions tended to throw him into a panic fit typical of a spoiled rich brat. And that urge was bubbling as thoughts of how unfair this was throwing such an overpowered opponent this early. His mouth twitched with the urge to complain. (another lifetime he may have done so and worse)

But for King's sake, he bit it down, Freya, a hovering chilling reminder. Not to mention the fact he achieved such a huge advantage and like hell he'd ruin it.

Then King took a hit; nothing too hard, but showed that King wasn't gonna make any headway, especially all out of breath and frantic. His hands clenched, appearing as if ready to shout and instead exhaled slowly and loudly for those nearest to hear. As if his way of letting out the hot air instead of shouting." Quick, King! Throw up a haze to obscure! Use that time to catch your breath and get a shot to land your hardest peck!" Ordered Tristan as he turned to Ramos with a fierce glare, showing he wasn't stepping down.

Rising Stars: A Fairy Tail AU

D'angelo Schultz

@Lunarlord34 Akemi @Cello @twave Ariel @zarkun

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D'angelo drifted happily as he waited, delighted at getting permission to race the train as he listened to Ariel talk about introductions and magic starting with herself. Having had a first hand look at her magic, he got it pretty.

Then Akemi spoke up."Can anyone ride...umm...'Nimbus', or just you?" Prompting him to float over, where she would suddenly have his bright smiling pudgy face encompassing most of her vision." That's a great question! Glad someone asked and the answer is yes..and no." Holding his finger up as he paused as if intending to end it there before giggling like a kid unable to hold their secret anymore." Anyone can ride Nimbus, but only with his or my permission...mainly cause the needing a touch of my magic to get on and all." Pondering for a moment before leaning in closer." Plus, Nimbus just doesn't like letting jerks ride, prodding and bouncing all over." Pulling away with a satisfied hum and soft pat of his tummy." Just be respectful and ask... offer a treat doesn't hurt either, seeing as he's carrying someone's butt." Laughing at the acknowledgment of his own rear hardly being easy. A rumble as if agreeing." Hey, I feed you plenty...a bit too much I'm starting to wonder." Said while poking the cloud admonishingly.

Noticing Akemi wanting to give her introduction went quiet, ignoring the cloudy fangs now biting his finger. Soon getting to witness the seemingly exhausted girl demonstrate her take-over magic and with it came sparkling awe in his eyes." Whoa ho ho ho! So wicked! Yes! Yes! We must race sometime!" Excitement boiled as he had nimbus zoom around in a tight circle leaving a screw cloud trail slowly drifting bits of snow.

He then attempted to focus on making cloud angel wings onto his back." L-Look! Angel twinsies!" Said through strained teeth as he tried flapping them to fly. Doing so left him to look like an egg on flimsy made fluffy cloud wings wobbling a few inches in the air before dropping back down onto nimbus, the poor cloud appearing visibly strained, somehow." Oof..I..I'll get it. And have..that race!" Puffing from being a bit winded; taking this time to float back to catch his breath.

It appeared to be good timing as the client soon arrived. "You all will do fine, since I'm just going home from a trip to my cousin's. Don't make any trouble for me and my daddy will make sure you all get paid handesomely."

Now sitting back up; anxious to get going." Ooh, look Nimbus. Think we just met our first spoiled teen heiress...seems like picking the observer job was a good decision." Snickering to the cloud while giving a friendly wave to the two, deciding it best not to bother the girl unless addressed.

Going forward, he knew to keep out of the way." Can't wait to see where this story leads to, ol pal." Whispering his final musings as he prepped himself for racing the train.

Pokémon: There and Back Again

Tristan Glory

Inventory

Inventory

Pokedollars: $4,600

Pokeballs: 20
Premiere balls: 0
Potions: 1
Repel: 1
Camping gear
Old and tattered Pokémon textbook (gifted by Nurse Joy)
Moomoo Milk: 6
Allergy Medicine
Emergency care kit (includes one multi-bristled brush, comb, tweezers, clippers, skin cream, compact mirror)

Special Gear:
Mystery Files (quest item)
Ice stone: 1

On-Hand

Pokémon Team

King

King



Species: Darkness Pokémon
Type: Flying/Dark
Level: 12
Ability: Super luck (Increases the chance of critical hits by 1 stage.)

Moveset:

Peck: King uses its sharp beak to peck at the opponent.
Astonish: King startles the opponent with a surprise attack.
Pursuit: King chases down and attacks an opponent trying to flee.
Feather Dance: King flutters its feathers to lower the opponent's attack.
Haze: King releases a mist to eliminate all stat changes.

Princess

Princess


Species: Emanation Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Fighting
Level: 9
Ability: Prankster (Gives priority to status moves)

Moveset:

Quick Attack: Princess lunges quickly to strike the opponent.
Endure: Princess endures any attack with at least 1 HP remaining.
Feint: Princess strikes with a swift attack that ignores the opponent's defenses.
Metal Claw: Princess attacks with sharp claws made of metal.

Ace

Ace


Species: Chick Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Fire
Level: 11
Ability: Speed Boost (Boosts the speed stat by one stage at the end of every turn)

Moveset:

Scratch: Ace scratches the opponent with sharp claws.
Growl: Ace growls to intimidate and lower the opponent's attack.
Ember: Ace launches small flames to burn the opponent.
Quick Attack: Ace delivers a swift attack before the opponent can react.
Flame Charge: Ace charges at the opponent while cloaked in flames.

Angel

Angel


Species: Flowering Pokémon
Gender: Female
Type: Grass
Level: 11
Ability: Regenerator (Restores a little of the Pokémon's HP when withdrawn from battle)

Moveset:

Leafage: Angel attacks with sharp leaves.
Sing: Angel sings a soothing melody to put the opponent to sleep.
Sweet Scent: Angel releases a pleasant aroma to lower the opponent's evasion.
Rapid Spin: Angel spins rapidly to deflect attacks and remove hazards. Increases spd by 1 stage.
???-

Sewaddle

Sewaddle


Species: Sewing Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Grass
Level: 8
Ability: Chlorophyll (Doubles the speed stat during harsh sunlight)

Moveset:

Tackle: Sewaddle tackles the opponent with its body.
String Shot: Sewaddle spews silk to bind and slow down the opponent.
Bug Bite: Sewaddle bites the opponent with sharp mandibles.

Combee

Combee


Species: Tiny Bee Pokémon
Gender: Male
Type: Bug/Flying
Level: 9
Ability: Hustle (Boosts the Pokémon's attack but lowers accuracy)

Moveset:

Sweet Scent: Combee releases a sweet aroma to attract opponents.
Gust: Combee flaps its wings to create a gust of wind.
Struggle Bug: Combee launches a weak bug-type attack that lowers the opponent's special attack.
Bug Bite: Combee bites the opponent with sharp mandibles.

PC

Pokémon Storage System

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Tristan could be seen visably sweating, the grovyle's intimating presence and that insane speed was proving difficult for him to keep up with. A small relieving gasp left him upon witnessing king somehow narrowly dodging the attack, his flight certainly coming in clutch.

Not that things became any easier; now racking his mind what to do as he saw the balls of green energy." Tsk. Q-quick! Fly up to create distance and dodge." He shouted out, gritting his teeth, biting back a bout of panic threatening to overtake him.

The distance should make dodging easier and give him a moment to try and think up something, but they had barely fought a proper opponent before and now this?!

A frustrated groan, hand clenched as moved to speak with a nervous gulp." W-wait for an opening and..and try go for a peck!" Tristan called out, unable to think up anything better and his frustration clear to see as the silver haired teen barely held himself together, for King's sake as the memory of Freya burned a vivid painful reminder.