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Post by Pixel on Mar 5, 2024 2:50:02 GMT 11
He finally escaped Ilex.
After everything he went through: the dirt, the swamp, the hail... He deserved a nice, long, spa day. At the top of the goldenrod department store was a man who offered flying taxi's and he took that opportunity the moment he saw the brochure for the spa. Unfortunately, the taxi service didn't drop him at the door, but in some grass outside of the main establishment, so he would need to work his way up to the doors and some glorious, wonderful, much needed hot water.
With a groan for his already aching feet, he headed for the doors, already prepared to yeet anything he encountered into orbit for getting between him and his destination.
When he thought he saw movement in the grass, he prepared to throw a ball at it. He had plenty of pokemon in need of training. He would not hesitate to battle whatever scruffy wild creatures lurked out here. However, he also did not know if there was something rare and valuable in this grass that he could capture and sell if he caught it. So that caused him to hesitate just a little so he didn't just have his houndoom try to burn all this grass to the ground.
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Temp putting Freya on Hold to train Silas' mons real quick. He's got a big quest battle coming up. @_@
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Post by Rexman on Mar 8, 2024 9:57:42 GMT 11
The high grass of the backyard stretched before Silas, a sea of vegetation that came up to about his waist. It was very lush and well watered, but still had natural pockets where there were spaces, enough to see Pokemon that would be scurrying between the open patches. A light wind blew through the air, a slight relief from the heated air associated with the hot springs. Despite how it looked, there was definitely life in the grasses and soon enough, a large patch of the grass would start to rustle and shake, before a shaggy furred snout poked itself up, sniffing. Catching a whiff of the trainer, the nose started to approach Silas, before it reached a gap in the lawn and the furry Pokemon appeared in Silas's vision. Wild Level 22 Zigzagoon appears, is curious about Silas.  What will Silas do? 77moOXhjp_1-42
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Post by Pixel on Mar 8, 2024 11:43:23 GMT 11
Rare and valuable that zigzagoon was not.
He had little use or interest in that fluffy nuisance. They were notoriously weak pokemon that he doubted he could sell for much. So why waste his pokeballs? Especially when he had a superior normal type with him.
"King, use headbutt."
He threw King's pokeball out and watched as the rat emerged and immediately put to good use his newly learned move. He hurtled through the grasses with practiced ease.
<Sorry!> King apologized as he hurtled towards the zigzagoon, attempting to ram his head into the other pokemon's side. Hit or miss, he would round back around to make another pass. It was just the way of things. He knew better than to disobey.
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Use raticate headbutt x2. If battle ends, use modbar. (Not sure if cleanse tag's effect does anything here. xD Just thought I'd mention it's on aqua. If not, allll goood.) (One last note, please ignore the chingling in my party. It is /not/ in this thread. I'm going to be switch training it in my journey.)
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Post by Rexman on Mar 16, 2024 22:11:28 GMT 11
It was a clash of the early route rodents as the Raticate appeared from his poke ball and dashed at the striped raccoon Pokemon. Head lowered, King's attack crashed into the wild Pokemon and sent it flying, before it hit the ground hard and rolled through the grasses that surrounded the battlefield. The smaller Pokemon looked a little dazed as it stood up before it shook its head and cleared it. Growling a bit because now it was attacked, the fur on the Zigzagoon bristled before it hardened into small needles and was fired at King. Some of the needles stuck into the cream colored fur of the Raticate's chest, making it look like King just had an acupuncture appointment. Unfortunately, though, the attack didn't seem to cause that much damage. Suddenly, the orb around King's neck erupted to life and lit on fire, spreading fire across the body of the rat. He screamed as he was lit up, but at the same time his muscles seemed to grow and become more dense as his Guts ability activiated. This time, when he slammed into the Zigzagoon, the normal type was crushed right into the ground, knocked out cold. It definitely would wake up to a concussion after that blow. Victory!  Mod Bar used! King gains 3 levels for victory! Grows to Level 27 and now has Exp bar! 0/2269 King gains +1 Happiness, now +4 I am so sorry it took me so long to do this. I will try much harder to keep up to date with these. |
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Post by Pixel on Mar 19, 2024 12:33:16 GMT 11
"Passable. Return King."
The raticate was blissfully returned to the little capsule where he could recover from his burn. That flame orb he carried almost everywhere was painful but the activation of guts meant that he could take down foes faster, which pleased his moody trainer. Silas demanded perfection and precision and competence. It was why Mercenary was the favorite and why Aqua struggled behind even Jessica to impress. The wartortle was a strong pokemon, but compared to the fully evolved powerhouse, he just couldn't keep up! King was teetering on the fine line between failure and impressiveness. He couldn't falter even a little or he'd be back to being scrutinized for his faults and he might never make it home if that happened.
Breathe.
He just had to breathe.
And relax.
Curled up in his pokeball he could just rest for now and not think about battles or cold trainers with icy, gemstone eyes.
With the zigzagoon handled, Silas brushed off his coat sleeves. Back to his walk. That spa was still singing his name! He could hear it calling to him. Come. Please. Soak in the hot springs. Enjoy its warmth. Be one with the water, Silas Goldsmith!
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All good Rex! Chingling and Fearow /not/ in this thread currently. Aqua is holding Cleanse Tag.
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Post by Rexman on Mar 22, 2024 12:45:26 GMT 11
Cleanse Tag = Level 29 for now As much as Silas wanted to reach the Spa waters, he was still quite a ways from the actual springs and so he was at the mercy of wild Pokemon encounters. With the grass rustling in the light winds that blew through the open grasslands, it was hard to tell if a Pokemon was going to appear. Sometimes, the active battles in the area kept Pokemon at bay, other times it seemed that the battles only attracted more Pokemon. That would be the case now, as the testosterone filled battle from the previous encounter seemed to attract a small, but rutting male Nidoran.  Level 29 Nidoran M is looking for a fight! Shiny? lZArNxojp_1-42
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Post by Pixel on Mar 26, 2024 1:34:15 GMT 11
Silas found his steps halted by something small and purple scurry up underfoot. Silas blinked hard and scowled down at the creature charging up at them. However, that expression shifted a little as he realized what he was seeing. Why hello little creature. You could actually be useful. Nidoking were quite powerful pokemon (though as a stone evolution they often needed /help/ with their movepools, but that was nothing he wasn't used to with Houndoom).
"I think you will qualify as worth my time, tiny creature," he mused. He withdrew a ball from his belt and released a wartortle. "Use water pulse, Aqua. Distract it." He then rummaged in his pockets for something a little stronger than the pokeballs he had been tossing around. Ah, here we go. This might do the trick.
Silas waited for Aqua to wash out that nidoran before throwing the great ball at the little purple pokemon.
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Aqua uses water pulse + great ball use Mod Bar if battle ends . Aqua is holding Cleanse Tag.
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Post by Rexman on Mar 30, 2024 1:00:29 GMT 11
Even though the Wartortle had the advantage in terms of being evolved and a bit stronger, he was still a turtle Pokemon and many other species outsped him. At least his shell provided good defense, allowing him to take those kinds of hits. While Aqua prepared his water pulse, the male Nidoran took the fight to the starter Pokemon and led with his horn. Rearing his head back, the purple bunny jabbed his horn hard into the belly of the Wartortle, causing the Pokemon to cough. Fortunately, the water pulse was formed and when it was sent forward, it blasted the opposing Pokemon across the battlefield. Nirodan rolled to a stop and went to get up when the blue poke ball spun across the field and slammed into the rabbit's side, sucking it within. The Great Ball landed softly in the grass and began shaking before the latch dinged and the ball settled, signaling a successful capture. The way forward was now open to Silas and his team. Victory!  Aqua gains +4 Levels for victory (+ mod bar), grows to Level 28 Aqua now grows with Exp! 0/2437 Aqua would like to learn Rain Dance, forget a move? Aqua gains 1 happiness for victory, now +7 Nidoran Male captured! 
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Gender: Male
Level: 29
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Post by Pixel on Mar 30, 2024 5:07:23 GMT 11
DIng!
Silas smirked. Perfect.
Aqua looked a little flustered from the battle, but glanced over at Silas for approval. He did good right? Silas patted his head in passed, kneeling to pick up the ball, tossing it a few times, "I should give training this creature some consideration." He looked through his party. "King can rest for a while." Into the boxes you go. He opened his pokegear and using the built in PC app (the wonders of modern technology) switched his party around. King would serve his purpose soon. There was a ghost gym still waiting, and being normal type would serve them well.
Now...back to that spa day.
He could see the building right up ahead. Still time for more wild pokemon to leap at him, but he was so, so close. He could TASTE it.
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Aqua learns Rain Dance over Rapid Spin. Switching King with the unnamed Nidoran (m). Cleanse tag on aqua. Hey rex, I think you grabbed the wrong gen for level up moves! Focus Energy, Fury Attack, Toxic Spike, Double Kick |
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Post by Rexman on Apr 2, 2024 7:35:10 GMT 11
Every once in a while, a Pokemon could be found that was very good at hiding. Either that, or the Pokemon as a species seemed to know when a trainer was worthy of their appearance. The grasslands were a fragile ecosystem, too many individuals without a true predator to keep the population numbers down, especially with all of the Zigzagoon. That wasn't to say that there wasn't a Pokemon who could hold dominion over the landscape. So as Silas continued walking through the grass to get to his spa down, a deep growling sound rang out in the now quiet area. The bugs seemed to go silent and no birds passed by, as a very angry, very territorial Pokemon made its appearance.  Wild Growlithe (Level 30) wants you out of its territory!
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Post by Pixel on Apr 9, 2024 6:24:42 GMT 11
Growling got his attention. What...oh. Heh. Well how cute. A growlithe. A rare and most certainly valuable pokemon. One could argue arcanine was a stronger pokemon than houndoom, and thus would make a superior member to his team. But his own partner had proven herself time and time again. He didn't need a scrappy puppy that required potty training and temper management.
He withdrew a ball from his belt and threw it.
From the capsule emerged Syndicate. The honkrow cawed and he pointed at the pup, "Subdue the growlithe with a night slash. I am certain we can find a suitable buyer for it." With that declaration made, he pulled out an ultra ball, waited for the honchkrow to loose a powerful band of shadowy energy at the pup...and then...he cocked back his arm. The throw was swift and certain, arcing high above the pup's head.
Assuming it didn't manage to notice the ball flying at its face, Silas had confidence the catch would be swift and easy.
He glanced up at the spa.
So close. He just had to get a little further along, and wade through all these...distractions. So many pokemon that insisted on interrupting his walk! Hmph. No matter.
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Nightslash + Ultra Ball Please use mod bar Cleanse tag on aqua.
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Post by Rexman on Apr 12, 2024 12:03:11 GMT 11
So the intruders chose the hard way, eh? Well, that was fine. The Growlithe could do hard way. Using one of the weird balls, the human put a black bird in front of the canine. However, Growlithe would defend its territory until it could not anymore. After all, it took the pup long enough to get it in the first place and it wouldn't just turn it over without a fight. Opening its maw, the Growlithe concentrated and started pushing fire energy into its mouth. When it felt like it had enough, the pup dashed forward before biting down on the wing of the crow Pokemon, shaking with its head a little for good measure. Unfortunately, the attack was not enough to knock the trainer's Pokemon out. Wasting no time, Syndicate's wing started to glow black before it elongated with the dark energy. With a quick slash, the bladed wing cut into the fur of the pup, sending it flying back into the grass. Just as the fire type was getting back to its feet, the Ultra Ball collided with its snout and sucked the Pokemon within. The yellow and black ball landed lightly in the grass before it shook for a couple of times. The ball pinged and sealed, marking the capture successful. Silas would now be free to continue on his way, the inviting hot springs feeling so close, yet so far away. Victory!  Syndicate gains 3 levels + mod bar = 4 levels total, grows to Level 28! Syndicate now grows through Exp! 0/2437 Syndicate wants to learn Swagger, does he? +1 Happiness, now at +5
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Gender: [choose]
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OT: Silas Goldsmith
Moves: Retaliate, Fire Fang, Agility, Flame Wheel
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Post by Pixel on Apr 15, 2024 3:30:26 GMT 11
Silas picked up the ball, his victory easy and assured. He then returned his pokemon and straightened out this suit. He had every confidence he could punt kick whatever else dared jump out of the grass. So far nothing he encountered proved to be a challenge to his superior pokemon. With the spa just a short jaunt away, he strode confidently towards it, ready to relax in the glorious hot springs! Come here warm mineral water. He wanted to have soft skin and relaxed muscles. Of course, he should probably keep his hair dry. Spring water probably wasn't good for his bleached locks...
Distracted by his own vanity, he didn't pay close attention to what was around him as he ventured up the path, now within spitting distance of the lovely resort door.
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Swapping Syn for Jessica No learning swagger new encounter (My bad guy is so close to being done with his 'spa day'. lol. Just need a lil more training and he will be quest ready. >=] ) Cleanse tag on aqua.
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Post by Rexman on Apr 21, 2024 7:49:41 GMT 11
At first, it was totally quiet in the expansive grassland. It could partly be because the Growlithe was now captured and hanging out in the trainer's PC storage box, or maybe the rest of the backyard denizens decided to give the trainer a wide berth. Every once in a while the tall grass by him would rustle a bit, but nothing would materialize. Maybe he was happy about that? After all, getting jumped constantly by wild Pokemon could be exhausting. The trail was starting to get wider as he headed towards the back entrance to the Spa itself. However, just before Silas reached the promise land, the grass rustled one more time and a wild Pokemon jumped out, blocking the way forward. The tail of the Pokemon wagged, so did it just want to play, or was it looking for a battle? Level 30 Wild Zigzagoon is blocking the path!
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Post by Pixel on Apr 23, 2024 4:27:07 GMT 11
ANOTHER of these pesky zigzagoons jumped into his path. How annoying. They were a dreadfully common pokemon, so he supposed he should not be surprised about them infesting the grasses here. Silas sighed and glowered at the inconvenient wild pokemon that wiggled about, looking excited and playful.
Hm. Perhaps he would test out that new nidoran he caught to see if it was worthy of his attention. He slipped a hand into his pocket, but as he withdrew the ball, he accidentally knocked a different one to the ground. There was a burst of red light and Jessica started to look around. Hm? Oh. Hello. Why was she out of her ball? Where were they?
"Ah, pardon, Jessica, you are not currently needed. Though you may observe my testing of a new companion of yours. This one was quite bold." He threw the ball and revealed the nidoran. "If he does well, I will give him a proper name. Maybe even hunt down a moonstone." Nod nod. "Regardless, for now, he must show what he is capable of in battle. Go now, use double kick on that zizagoon that is already underfoot. I don't want to step on it and fall down." Not that he didn't want to risk hurting the wild pokemon, but rather, he didn't want to be inconvenienced if he lost his footing.
The nidoran looked back at his trainer dubiously, as if he was considering disobeying this obnoxious human. But the dangerous glint in his violet eyes and the steadfast loyalty his other pokemon displayed had the nidoran cautious. He would obey. For now.
<You should run while you can> the nidoran told the zigzagoon. <Before this one changes his mind and decides you're better off in a pokeball.> Then he lunged, attempting to kick the zigzagoon with both of his back feet.
Jessica watched impassively, wool fluffed, static sparking through it. She was energized and ready to battle if her trainer gave her the chance. Maybe if this newbie failed, she could dazzle him with her skills. Yes. That was a good plan. She would be patient. Keeping an air of prim nonchalance and disinterest had served her well. She minded her appearance and her well-being and did whatever it took to thrive. Everyone else was just a stepping stone on her survival journey. She baa'd softly, tail flicking, gaze steadfastly fixed on the battle.
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Jessica + Swap to Nidoran to double kick (I just realized the appeal of these high lv zigs. 3 more LVs and they will have belly drum. >=] Hm. Yummy for scheming.) Cleanse tag on aqua.
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