[ He looks to where his Mareep - and her Growlithe - were - before getting out one of the Pokeballs he carried on his belt. A soft smile crossed his lips. ]

This land decided to give me one as my beginning partner - though she looks... quite strange.

[ Gently, he pressed the button on the Pokeball - and out came his Goomy, who lets out a pleased cry, beginning to crawl towards him again. ]

Her name is Huguette - and have you ever seen such a beast? No scales, and she shows only affection.