ohmyarceus | January - February Test drive

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Snom on her shoulder, Rose walks through Cherrygrove City curiously. Traveling felt natural but everything else? Strange. Apparently, this little thing on her content to crawl all over was called a 'pocket monster' if the translation was correct.

Of course, she'd been told something else interesting that she wants to ask the network of offworlders like her about:

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As she speaks, she reaches a hand back and up to rub the top of the Snom's head. It nuzzles up into her touch. Naming them seems like a recipe for disaster when the apparent average age of new trainers is usually ten. Still-

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union cave.

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Thankfully, the swear is cut short by the last minute rememberance that there are many more children present than there aren't. Still, the blond hisses as she runs a hand against her scraped knee.

Night vision was a passive ability she'd gotten used to having. Make no mistake, she's thrilled to be functionally human, but the adjustments might take some time. She feels along a rocky cave wall carefully, whispering to her Snom:

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She touches something more organic and pauses. The creature - a Zubat - gives a sudden shrill shriek that causes Rose to yell in surprise back at it. All the commotion and wings flapping of now many alarmed Zubats is followed by a bit of immediate disoriention. It lands Rose sitting on the dusty cave floor and quietly saying from the dark:

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azalea town.

Gods.

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She is speaking, of course, of the absolutely adorable pink blob in front of her staring blankly into the fifth dimension.

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Slooowwww...?

Slowpoke

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As if the person she's speaking to may not realize the treasure they are currently witnessing.

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Look at them

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The Slowpoke has only now begun to tilt its head curiously, just as confused about this interaction as apparently everything else around it.

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wildcard.

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[ You ordered a curious Andes Mint? Here he is, with an Espurr cradled in his arms. ]

Indeed you can. This one here I named Breakfast. I also have Clippy [ He aims the camera at a Null who is lounging on the floor. And then to a Shinx. ] And this is Mister Mitri.

I haven't seen that kind before. What is it? It's so cute...

[ Rainer hasn't been in Azalea for a while, but she's here for a pitstop as she heads towards her next destination, and has decided to do a bit of shopping downtown while she's here.

So there she is, in her Rotom-powered wheelchair, stopped from progressing down the sidewalk by an overly large-- and overly slow-- Pokemon who seems to have captured the hearts and minds of the people today.

Rainer beams, laughing brightly at this strangers enthusiasm. ]

It's like a bright pink quadrupedal sloth! [ ... ] Well, I mean, sloths are already quadrupedal, but they don't usually walk across the ground, do they?

[ Wow, yeah, that sure is Some Hair. Huh. Rose listens to the names he'd given his Pokemon with interest. They're all so unique from each other but still cute. Personal.

She worries a little more now about giving her Snom a good enough nickname. ]

Well, hello to all of you! My name's Rose, by the way, and this is called a Snom. [ ... Wait. ] Snow worm. Snom. I just got that.

It just got, like, ten times cuter.

[Dimitri's birthday gift went well, so despite saying he would never do that again, Felix is practicing another song. He's sitting on a small dock at the beach in Olivine with Inda the shiny Tsareena, Fantine the Delcatty, and Varley the Liepard; his guitar is slung over his shoulder with a teal leather strap that has a symbol like this etched into it.

To a listener who knows what to listen for, the way he's practicing is diligent and focused, but he's no professional. Still, his technique is good - just relatively inexperienced.

The song has lyrics, but he's not singing; he's leaving that part to the Delcatty, for now.]

I couldn't think of names for mine... [So most of them were just 'you'. Though at the moment there was a heavily scarred one trying very hard to get on her lap. Their head didn't even fit, they BIG and missing a hind leg. ] This one came with a name, it's called Rainbow Sprinkle.

[Just the most flat voice.]

Hello, Rose. I am Byleth. It's a pleasure to meet you. I'm quite new here myself to be honest. Just a couple weeks now.

[ Oh. A Snom. Snow Worm. Wow. The corner of his mouth twitches a little bit over that. ]

I love it. Look at it's little face... if it were mine, I would name it-

[ Pause. He's thinking. ]

Little Guy.

[ God he's good at this. ]

Not that I know of, but I admittedly have not seen an actual sloth in person before. And, honestly, this guy is already way better. For one, it's pink. For two, just-

[ A stare of complete adoration. ] It's so friggin' cute. [ She may just actually die. Rose saw one fishing with its tail earlier, too, and her desire to own one grew tenfold. ] I will have one.

Not this one because I guess he belongs to someone here in town but they said there's a well or something I can catch them in. [ S O O N. Exciting. Other than Snom, she hasn't felt quite so compelled to catch any other Pokemon until now. Finally, the blond manages to pull her attention away from her lazy new friend and- ]

Oh, shoot, sorry. Are we in the way? We're probably in the way. I don't think he's moving anytime soon but I can at least.

[ At the mention of its face, the Snom gives a little wiggle of its... Well, they're not mandibles because they're too squishy but, y'know, close enough. ]

Little Guy, huh? [ A look to the Snom to see how it responds. It gives a small, seemingly approving response. ] Well, that can be a placeholder nickname unless I think of something else. Better than just calling it 'dude.' [ Though, it didn't seem to mind that either. ]

You seem to be settling in well though since you already got some other friends.

[ Excuse her as she can't quite contain the amused smile that splits her face at that deadpan delivery. Rainbow Sprinkle... It's somehow even better for the lack of enthusiasm.

She catches the wiggle of the one trying to push its head into her lap and the frame. ]

Didn't realize they could come named already. Granted, not a whole lot was explained besides, uh, I guess this is my buddy [ a point to Snom ] and I'm supposed to battle with him.

But, like, look at him. He's too cute and soft for battle.

[ While the ever-present background music wasn't actually something new to Rose, she has to admit some new tunes are nice to hum along to. Still, she knows how to pick out a guitar when she hears one; immediately, she's navigating her way towards the source of the noise. The blond carries her own on her back along with her pack and, look, she's excited about the possibility of an impromptu jam session. ]

Your little friend's got some nice pipes, [ she says, smiling at the Delcatty that's belting out sound along with the strum of the guitar. ] But you're not half-bad either. How long you been playing?

[ Excuse her as she just sits right on down and makes herself comfortable. If anything can make her warm up to someone right away, it's music, so he'll have to excuse the familiarity before they've even officially met. Her Snom, current placeholder nickname designated as 'Little Guy,' peers curiously over her shoulder at the other Pokemon. He has a 'timid' nature, apparently, so he might be a little less quick to get used to them all. ]

Oh, yeah, definitely cuter than a sloth. But then, a lot of Pokemon are cuter than the animals we have back in Nua. Have you seen a Pachirisu yet? It's like a big squirrel, but it's blue, and their tails are somehow even fluffier than a normal squirrel's! I have one, she's such a sweetheart.

[ She's half tempted to bring Patches out just to show her off, but she just got done a big battle, so she's resting, and Rainer doesn't want to disturb her. ]

Oh, no, don't worry about it! I'm not in any hurry to get anywhere![ She holds her hands out for a shake. ] I don't think I've seen you around before. My name's Rainer!

new bark town

[ after being shoved out of 'mom's' house with nothing but the bag in hand and a few choice words thrown her way, naoto was exploring his bag full of goodies with his litwick at his side-- seems like she was excited to know the bag's contents as he was.

but the more he dug, the more his happy mood sank until it was nothing but dread. ]

Wait, am I have to go camping...? She can't do this. That woman can't do this.

[ give him a minute to compose himself. ]

slowpoke well

Man, wouldn't life be great if we were all like you.

[ naoto was laying next to a slowpoke, imitating the sloth-like pokémon with gusto. it was almost a shame he was ruining his clothing, but when laziness was an option, he was so taking it. this was the life, quite frankly. the shade provided by the tree that was nearby was icing on the cake.

let's hope his shade isn't ruined. ]

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[ the camera is steadier than most, which is surprising to him, what with cradling his rather fidgety litwick in his arms, almost like a baby. but having it in frame was only because the little candle pokémon was running off every moment of every day. it was tiring him out!

he did look a little exhausted, it seems. ]

Real quick for those who changed dramatically out there-- not that I'm expecting much, really. [ naoto's never had luck with throwing caution to the wind, but hey, might as well try. but his gaze shifts to the side for a moment before turning back to the camera. ] How did you adjust? Any tips, tricks, anything to share?

[ a beat. ] I guess it just feels weird being human again.

bell tower

Listen, Candelaria, I know we're not supposed to be here, but we worked our butts off! Let's just have a little fun!

[ shrine life just fit naoto, so of course he won the monks' good graces rather quickly! which means he's going to take full advantage of looking around! it took a good while to do so, but in his excitement, he made a trap go off, and with that, a rather loud scream of fear while clutching his litwick close.

after everything was said and done, naoto winced. ]

... Whoops.

wildcard!

[ feel free to plot with me over on plurk (divinereaper) or on discord (naoto#0929)! ]

You as well, hm?

[ Despite being seemingly mortal upon arriving in this place, Lucilius no doubt still cuts an imposing figure in front of the teenager. Regardless, he at least attempts to be friendly. ]

Tell me, child. What island is this? I barely even got my bearings before my supposed mother pushed me out the door.

[ He's clueless. Help him. ]

[ naoto looks up, only to stare owlishly at the man standing before him. welp, this is awkward. sitting with things strewn about. his mom taught him better! it takes him a minute to respond. ]

Uh... yeah, me too. [ beat. ] I don't think we're on any island. I'll figure it out once I open the map, though!

[ it takes him a minute, but he soon announces the name. ] New Bark Town... Johto...? Where the hell's that?

You mean to say, you were human originally, then changed somehow, prior to arriving here?

departure [new bark town]

[ Frankly, Lucilius was just glad to have some scenery besides the endless void. To have people besides his subordinate who had somehow figured out how to slip in and out undetected. To... have something resembling normalcy.

And then he just got thrown out and told to begin adventuring.

Does he look like the Singularity?

Regardless, he's setting out, an Absol shyly trailing behind him. ]

Come now, little one... we won't be getting anywhere if you keep being my shadow...

arrival [network]

EXChat: evangelistsblade@ pkcomm / #newcomers

[23:13:44] * evangelistsblade(evangelistsblade@pkcomm/evangelistsblade) has joined

[23:13:58] evangelistsblade: I think I've figured out this device by now. Now then, what would you all suggest I do once I've gotten my bearings?

[It has taken Caesar... considerable time to figure out how the Gear works.

He's still not a master of it, and the video's a bit shaky, but he's trying. There is also a Popplio on his lap trying to shove her face into the camera, which is decidedly not helping.]

I'll admit, I haven't been so... creative with names for my companions. Most of them have simply been names used in my homeland. This one here-- [He indicates the Popplio.] --I named Allegra.

"Dude"?

[ Still, he seems pleased that he can offer some assistance in the name department. He's so good at this! ]

Oh my yes, it does help that many of my friends have been transported here as well, but indeed, I'm already very fond of these creatures. They are so smart and varied. Decidedly unusual but in the most delightful ways.

Tell me... is your Snom squishy? It looks squishy. I must know.

I. Network UN: rose_of_gloucester

[The video feed is horribly off center at first and the very purple man on the screen is looking awkwardly at his buttons more than the camera itself. Still, he certainly seems chipper if a bit technologically challenged.]

Good Day! I am Lorenz Hellman Gloucester and I was rather wondering if anyone had recommendations for the best place to find a proper tea.

[There's the gentle tinkle of tapping on china and a rather grumpy looking sinistea floats into view, first glaring at Lorenz and then turning to roll it's eyes at the camera.]

I didn't mean it as a slight against you, my dear, merely-

[The sinistea rounds on him, wobbling in the air with frustration before the spirit within bursts from the top of the cup with a snarl (how does one make the word tea sound so ominous?) and Lorenz drops his phone with an indignant little squawk, the clatter of the fall cutting the feed.]

Flames!

II. New Bark Town

[It's all a bit of a whirlwind when one isn't expecting to wake up in the first place. Lorenz finds himself drawn to the docks, standing beside the railing looking out over the water as the early morning begins to brighten to full light. The breeze, the salt on the air, it all reminds him of Derdriu and... isn't that a bittersweet memory to come to mind?

For now he stands quietly, thoughtful and curious, fingers trailing over the edges of his pokégear. He has a lot of information to process and a short amount of time to do it. He can't stay here all morning but-

One hand comes up to press over his heart, rubbing lightly at his shoulder, at the thick knot of scar tissue that now rests beneath his violet suit. For as reserved as he is this early morning, however, he does cut a striking figure given his height and dressed as he is in a swallowtail suit in vibrant purple, a rose pinned to his jacket.]

I. Violet City

[By the time Lorenz arrives at Violet City, somewhere he's been assured will offer the very best tea, he's at least a little more comfortable with everything. Oh and Violet City speaks to him on so many levels. Seated outside one of the patisseries with a delicate little cake and.... two? cups of tea?

Ah but he seems to be speaking to one of them, the fine detail work of the teacup he's drinking from intentionally meant to be a similar pattern to the lovely print of the china housing his new friend. The sinistea hops a little closer, watching curiously as he stirs sugar into his actual tea. Two passes of the spoon and then it blinks rapidly and sticks it's tongue out at the other cup, clearly disapproving of the amount of sugar he's added to his tea.

Which only makes Lorenz laugh, a bit more genuine than the haughty courtly laugh he tends to favor.]

Oh not you too. There's nothing wrong with preferring a sweeter blend.

[He glances around, seeking out another to defend his position on sweet tea, smiling at whoever is unfortunate enough to catch his eye.]

Surely you agree?

[At first it might seem like Naoto got ripped off, because the young woman on screen clearly doesn't look human. Moon white hair, short but definitely pointed ears, sakura pink marks on the corners of her cheekbones, and very bright blue eyes with lavender pupils. At least the smile is calm and understanding.]

Greetings, I am Allura. It does feel a bit odd at first. Thankfully I seem to look close enough to human to not have had my physical appearance change, but I do miss some of my abilities. Still, it does help that this world is peaceful, and we have Pokémon to rely on. [Wait...] May I ask what you mean by human "again," though?

[a little bit of info over here!]

i. new bark town
[If you are trying to experience any amount of peace, or perhaps are hoping for time to catch your bearings, then that's deeply unfortunate for you.]

It has become quite clear to me what has occurred here. [She appears to be talking to...the air? To everyone around her? To herself? To the itty bitty Cleffa standing before her next to where Lulu has just sort of dropped her bag on the ground. Carrying it, after all, would get in the way of her posing: she's dramatically throwing her arms out and standing boldly before absolutely nothing as if she thinks this is some kind of theater production and she's gotta really make sure the cheap seats can see what she's doing.]

If there is a sun here, and the heavens bear witness to our journeys with its brilliant glow, then certainly it, too, must set, the same as in the lands from which the emissary hails, and it shall leave behind the moon, in all Her grace and glory. And where there is that lunar eye beholding the demesne of the earth blanketed in cool darkness, there are Her watchers, as well, her divine soldiers marching through, uplifting the downtrodden and protecting those in greatest need! Yes, I understand perfectly!

[The Cleffa at her feet is trying to imitate her poses as she goes with a childlike delight at the absolute fucking nonsense before it.]

For there is constancy in the skies; even as they shift, one knows the sun will rise once more and once the world has left its light, we will see ourselves illuminated by the stars scattered about Her holy realm! And true, just as there is the moon, there is Her most stalwart ambassador! And you!

[She points directly at the Cleffa, who gasps, its eyes all starry with wonder.]

Like stars in their eternal dance within each others warmth, you and I share a destiny! You are to be my companion, heavensent and moonblessed, in my sacred duty to Her lunar grace!

[The Cleffa makes a noise of delight, hopping up in place, posing dramatically at Lulu's feet.]

And you!

[...oh god. oh no. oh fuck. oh goddamn it she's looking at you she's absolutely beaming and she's talking to you now]

What is your purpose upon this plane?!

[WHAT]

ii. route 31
[It's late. Lulu has set up her camp for the night. She's settled down; dinner has been eaten, the fire extinguished, the bedroll laid out. One would think—one would fucking hope—this would mean some calm.

And yet.]

I CONDEMN THEE, FOUL SPIRIT!

[And yet.

Cut to: Lulu, in her pajamas, clutching her Cleffa in her arms, shaking like a goddamn leaf before the Gastly floating in front of her a few feet away. It snickers a little while Lulu, as she screams...throws...glitter at it??? Where did she get that?????

You shall not taint this holy night with your wicked presence! This creature is under the protection of the moon's apostle, deepest in her dedication! No harm is to come upon Her Lady Artemis Andromedalia, First and Final of Her Name!

[is that? the fucking cleffa's name???? The cleffa, for her part, seems mostly just bewildered by this situation. The Gastly isn't even doing anything. It kind of just wants to see where this is going.]

Pass through the threshold into the afterlife from whence you emerged and into which you shall return evermore!

[The glitter isn't helping.]

iii. wildcard
[feel free to just, like, do whatever and just GO FOR IT tbh but commenting here or pming me or giving me a ring at

nidorina to maybe plot something is also fine!!!]

[Man, what the fuck is today.

It's always SOMETHING, but like. At least this something is a lot less trouble than the usual stuff Duke gets thrown into. Even if he's not really the sort to go gallivanting around with cute animals, even he's gotta admit this absolutely beats dealing with more alien invasions.

So here he stands, looming a good foot-and-change over this loud and ridiculous girl, one hand on his hip, the other arm cradling a nidoran that looks about as perplexed as its apparent master, only raising an eyebrow at first to Lulu's dramatic point and question.]

...

I'm here to kick ass.

A fellow warrior! [She gleefully claps her hands together, then resumes posing, as if it isn't patently absurd to compare this man and this ridiculous fluffy pink girl like half his size in this way.] Though certainly the moon places utmost trust in Her great apostle, the road is long and treacherous—and though I gladly, easily would travel it alone in Her holy name, how fortuitous that I have just as well been sent a brother-in-arms, even given a blessed companion of his own!

[gesturing DRAMATICALLY to the nidoran—wait hold on back up is she just DECIDING he's coming with her now???????]

And what am I to call my partner of lunar justice in this strange new land?

[GIRL WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT]

[Well, technically? Legosi shouldn't be here right now. He's not exactly a newcomer to Johto at this point, but he does have his reasons. Namely ~~because I said so~~ and simply because he wanted to do a little backtracking through routes to see if he could scoop up any bugs he'd missed his first time here. It's a lot easier with the warps active, he can just go back slowly so as not to give himself motion sickness in doing so.

He'd been prepared for running into new folk since this does seem to be the place they tend to appear, but he wasn't expecting to be immediately accosted on arrival. The taller man stiffens as Lulu points at him dramatically, and any answer he might have been able to produce dies on his tongue due to sudden stage-fright.]

E-er...um. Me?

[He points at himself while the Buneary on his shoulder just sighs and leans against his cheek. You can do it Legosi, be strong.]

I...I'm a breeder. I breed...bugs, mostly.

January - February Test drive

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Naoto Kurogane | Blazblue

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Lucilius | Granblue Fantasy

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Lorenz Hellman Gloucester | FE:3H

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