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Post by Caramell 🍬 on Jun 6, 2024 14:41:04 GMT 11
Climb: F1jwweXWp_1-100As Crow made his way over to the tree, he would notice a lot of extra details that weren’t so present just a short distance away. It had massive branches that looked healthy from the sidelines, given the bright green spindly leaves that poked out at all angles along the limbs. However, the bark was gnarled from the ground all the way up through the many webworks of interwoven branches, with many holding large tears through their barks. He needed to be careful that they didn’t snap and crash from his weight. Surely, a Rocket hopeful such as Crow would know the way? One branch at a time, he’d find the climb up not impossible but possibly slightly unbearable. Then one of the branches he grabbed started to break. The strange snapping sound as the wood gave way would be all too familiar, causing Crow with little alternative but to jump to a nearby limb and hope it could support him, or go crashing down with the massive limb. Crow would be required to climb back out of the tree either way, though at least jumping over would protect him from the fall. As soon as he tried to climb through a different limb, he’d find it snapping along the old, rotten out bark as well. Even the ‘sturdy’ trunk seemed to give way with enough of a push, causing the dried-out bits of wood to crumble away in thick chunks. Well, this was a bit of a waste, wasting it? A long cry called from the top of the ledge, waiting to see if Crow would try one of the other methods in an attempt to scale over the top. Traveler! Would you like to try to climb via the [Vines] or the [Footstones] next? 1-100
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Post by AshenPhoenix on Jun 11, 2024 22:13:06 GMT 11
![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/nidoranm.gif) Lv.1 | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/swinub.gif) Lv.4 | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/ekans.gif) Lv.2 | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/unown-question.gif) ? ? ? | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/unown-question.gif) ? ? ? | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/unown-question.gif) ? ? ? | Husk
![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/pokeball.png) ![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/eviolite.png) | Plough
![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/pokeball.png) | Vengeance
![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/pokeball.png) ![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/metronome.png) | ? ? ? | ? ? ? | ? ? ? |
At first, the climb seemed like a cakewalk, much like the many other times he had used trees for robberies and escape routes. However, the higher Crow ascended, the less stable the tree felt; it was so dry that the bark crumbled to pieces with even the slightest pressure. Yet, he continued for a while – the ledge was getting closer, and he thought he could probably reach it before the tree fell apart. Right...? Well...
A sickening snap broke the silence just as he was trying to pull himself onto the next branch. He froze, clinging to it.
- Ah, [beep]. - Crow cursed, looking down. He was so high up that jumping to the ground would not end well. He needed to climb back down, but this task was made harder because, from that moment on, every branch seemed on the verge of breaking under him. He tried to descend as quickly as his strength allowed, but the weak bark and all the limbs attached to it were close to giving way. Before he knew it, the branch he had jumped onto detached and fell from under him. With a mix of a miracle, quick thinking, and Meowth-like reflexes, he managed to grab onto the last possible branch before hitting the ground, leaving him hanging from it. Thankfully, it was low enough for him to jump down without further issue.
Crow took a deep breath while inspecting the tree. Nearly all the limbs he had touched had fallen apart along with the bark.
- Stupid mother[beepers] should take better care of their [beepy] trees. - he cursed some more, still in slight shock and trying to process what had just happened. The ex-Rocket seriously considered turning back and looking for a Murkrow in a more manageable location. But the sounds and the prospect of a strong, rare Pokémon kept drawing him in like a siren's call. He just... couldn't walk away after all of this.
But how would he get up there now? Trees were out of the question, and vines didn't seem like a viable option either. The only choice left was to use the stepping stones. Neither option seemed particularly appealing, but at least stones were more solid than vines. "[Beep] it." he thought, grabbing onto the first rock and beginning his climb.
Now trying stones
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Post by Caramell 🍬 on Jun 15, 2024 7:49:44 GMT 11
What's that?
The pathway leading up the footstones proved to be an easy trek, all things considered. They were worn out and required careful consideration where Crow chose to step, but remained a reliable pathway forward. Most of the worn out parts crumbled with the slightest provocation, though many of the stones remained firm and in place. He could have pushed forward past the den entirely, and yet...something persisted. What was that, hmm?
A soft whimper like a whisper on the wind could echo from the mouth of the dug-out tunnel. Something lurked inside. Would Crow brave it, crawling inside of the tunnel to see what lurked inside of the shadows and darkness? Or would he forsake this treasure for something more - riches that lay in way beyond? A possibly better catch yet, rumbling with loud and raucous cries from higher up over the ledge? Small prints littered the ground around the mouth of the tunnel, promising that this reward was much more tangible than some 'maybe' option further away.
What will Crow do? Crow can continue up the ledge and ignore, OR he can crawl into the den for the first prize presented. What will he choose?
Stones: nrfkrtc8p_1-100 Unlocked! Option (1) prize is currently unlocked and may just be one of the things Crow is seeking, with a special twist. ;D However, option (2) still lurks and will be lost. Guarantees (currently) only remain with option (1) if Crow selects it, regardless of possible battles or outcomes. 1-100
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Post by AshenPhoenix on Jun 22, 2024 10:04:46 GMT 11
![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/nidoranm.gif) Lv.1 | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/swinub.gif) Lv.4 | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/ekans.gif) Lv.2 | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/unown-question.gif) ? ? ? | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/unown-question.gif) ? ? ? | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/unown-question.gif) ? ? ? | Husk
![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/pokeball.png) ![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/eviolite.png) | Plough
![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/pokeball.png) | Vengeance
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Crow stopped, noticing a tunnel on the side of the stony wall. It wasn't particularly big, but just large enough for him to crawl into. Intrigued, the ex-Rocket found a smooth path with the stepping stones and moved closer to inspect the entrance. The tunnel was incredibly dark, making it hard to discern what lay on the other side. Squinting, he managed to see some prints - very small prints, like those of a Rattata or some other tiny creature.
The tunnel might have been tempting if it weren't so horribly claustrophobic. Crow shuddered at the thought of squeezing through the narrow space, risking getting stuck or worse. He quickly dismissed the idea of venturing inside. Besides, he was here for the big game, not to chase small fry through their burrows. No, he had made far too much effort to settle for something insignificant.
Crow took a deep breath, steeling himself. He glanced back at the tunnel one last time, the darkness within almost beckoning him, but he turned away. Determined to stick to his original goal, he returned to his earlier position, scanning the rocky terrain above. The climb ahead was steep and challenging, but Crow was determined to continue. He reached for a sturdy handhold, testing its grip before hoisting himself up, inching closer to his prize with each step.
Nice try fam, we going HIGHER
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Post by Caramell 🍬 on Jun 29, 2024 6:02:58 GMT 11
The steep ledge proved to be an easy feat along the rocky outcroppings of the carefully placed step stones. Though the soft cries of a canid creature called out from within the cave, they soon faded into obscurity as Crow managed to reach the top of the ledge. There before him was a rather obvious sight for a couple of reasons. The first was that there would be no way out of the mess he got himself into except to traverse back down those same step stones and find another way around altogether. The second was that there was a strange looking elephant entangled in a bunch of vines and surrounded by several small arachnids. The spiders immediately turned away from their obviously too-large-to-consume friend and glared at crow immediately as he managed to thwart the best efforts of the mountainous hilly region to hold him back. This elephant was not native to the area and definitely wasn’t on any guide postings about the local wildlife one might find within the hilly landscape. Was it an escapee or a lost companion of someone else? The hoard of spiders advanced, their butts lifted in the air as they shot several layers of string in Crow’s direction, hoping to encase him before he had the chance to escape or call for help. The large pachyderm raised his copper-and-teal colored trunk into the air and trumpeted loudly, calling out for its trainer who seemed nowhere to be found. Surely, a good Samaritan like Crow wouldn’t leave such a helpless victim entangled in this mess of weeds and prickly vines, entrapped by several spiders who worked fastidiously to wrap it up inside of a neat little bow made of silky web? Surely, he would want to free the beast, and perhaps unite it with its long lost trainer, whoever that may be and wherever they may be at? If nothing else, it would be clear that this young mammalian Pokemon wouldn’t make it out of this mess alive without some type of intervention. A Hoard of Spinarak are attacking! All level 1. Cannot be caught as they're part of the special quest. Reward: One Cufant from Zaiden's PC to be transferred upon success. Weather will be 🌧️Thunderstorms (raining)🌧️!
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Post by AshenPhoenix on Aug 10, 2024 6:36:41 GMT 11
![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/nidoranm.gif) Lv.1 | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/swinub.gif) Lv.4 | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/ekans.gif) Lv.2 | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/unown-question.gif) ? ? ? | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/unown-question.gif) ? ? ? | ![](https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/sprites/gen5ani/unown-question.gif) ? ? ? | Husk
![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/pokeball.png) ![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/eviolite.png) | Plough
![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/pokeball.png) | Vengeance
![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/pokeball.png) ![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/metronome.png) | ? ? ? | ? ? ? | ? ? ? |
Breathing heavily from the exhausting climb up the rocky wall, Crow finally reached the final pull before the cliff’s edge. With the last of his strength, he hauled himself over, collapsing onto the grass. He lay there for several seconds, staring up at the night sky from between tree branches as he tried to catch his breath. As the burning in his lungs subsided, he couldn’t help but deeply reconsider his latest choices.
However, before he could fully dwell on his thoughts, the sound of dozens of tiny, skittering legs snapped him back to reality. He tilted his head just enough to see what was going on. A band of Spinarak were harassing a Pokémon he had never seen before - at least, not in person. It looked like a copper Phanpy, definitely not something that belonged in this dark forest. The mystery of this out-of-place Pokémon intrigued him, but it would have to wait. The Spinarak, wasting no time, turned their attention to Crow, spraying sticky, slimy strings at him, intent on tying him down like prey.
- Damn it! - he cursed as the nasty substance shot into his hair. How dare they ruin his perfectly chaotic hairstyle! Crow's anger flared, his initial exhaustion forgotten in the face of this outrage. - Vengeance! Beat up these things! - he barked, swiftly throwing a Pokéball.
In a flash of light, his Ekans, Vengeance, emerged, coiling herself defensively as she let out a loud, threatening hiss. Her gaze locked onto the advancing Spinarak, her body tense and ready to strike.
- And do NOT disappoint me again! - Crow warned sharply, the memory of her previous failures in battle fresh in his mind. This was her chance to redeem herself. If she couldn't overpower a few small spiders, there might be no hope for her in future battles. Vengeance seemed to understand the gravity of the situation. With a menacing glare, she lunged forward, as she aimed to make quick work of the Spinarak.
Crow sends out Vengeance! Vengeance used Slam twice! (hopefully it'll target another spider if first slam kills)
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Post by Caramell 🍬 on Aug 11, 2024 0:52:25 GMT 11
Spinarak were not deterred by Vengeance. They were used to snakes slithering about, and though they rarely crossed paths Ekans typically did not target most of the wild spiders. They sprayed thick gobs of sticky string everywhere. “Sloow. Sloow. Sloow. Sloow!” They chanted, absolutely covering Vengeance in the stuff. She struggled through, writhing wildly about, and slammed her tail through the hoard of spiders all at once. Many of them scattered in alarm. They cried, some jumping over logs whilst others skittered up the base of large trees. Who was this snake?! How dare she attack them!? This was Spinarak territory! They turned their attention to each other, muttering incoherent sounds, then turned back to Ekans. “Stiing. Stiing. Stiing. Stiing!” The chants, each of them descending upon Vengeance all at once. They took turns stinging her with their sharp, poisonous horns. One ditzy little spider seemed lost on the hoard mind, though. It shook its head and searched about for a second. Then stopped, eyes locked on Vengeance. “Sloow!” It chanted, keeping to the same tactics as before. As Vengeance swung her tail up in hopes of slamming it into yet another spider, they’d all easily avoid her advances, given her now extremely sluggish frame. “Leaave. Leaave. Leaave. Leaave!” They warned with a loud hiss. Weather: Clear
| Spin | Lv 1 HP: 58% [7/12]
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| Spina | Lv 1 HP: 100% [12/12]
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| Nara | Lv 1 HP: 100% [12/12]
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| Narak | Lv 1 HP: 100% [12/12]
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| Arak | Lv 1 HP: 100% [12/12]
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| Vengeance | Lv 2 HP: 71% [10/14]
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Spin [Swarm]: Normal [-1 Atk] Spina [Swarm]: Normal [-1 Atk] Nara [Insomnia]: Normal [-1 Atk] Narak [Swarm]: Normal [-1 Atk] Arak [Insomnia]: Normal [-1 Atk] Vengeance [Intimidate] ![](https://johtophoto.com/sprites/items/metronome.png) : Normal [-6 SPD] SP7 Vengeance used Slam! SP5 Spinarak used String Shot! SP5 Spinarak used String Shot! SP5 Spinarak used String Shot! SP5 Spinarak used String Shot! SP5 Spinarak used String Shot!
SP5 Spinarak used Poison Sting! SP5 Spinarak used Poison Sting! SP5 Spinarak used Poison Sting! SP5 Spinarak used Poison Sting! SP5 Spinarak used String Shot! SP2 Vengeance used Slam!
Spinarak Moves: String Shot, Poison Sting
Vengeance's Slam: (acc) GQq5wVe2p_1-100 (crit) p_1-16 (strength) p_1-16 Spinarak's Move p_1-2 Spinarak's Move p_1-2 Spinarak's Move p_1-2 Spinarak's Move p_1-2 Spinarak's Move p_1-2
Spinarak's Move p_1-2 (crit) p_1-16 (strength) p_1-16 Spinarak's Move p_1-2 (crit) p_1-16 (strength) p_1-16 Spinarak's Move p_1-2 (crit) p_1-16 (strength) p_1-16 Spinarak's Move p_1-2 (crit) p_1-16 (strength) p_1-16 Spinarak's Move p_1-2 (crit) p_1-16 (strength) p_1-16 Vengeance's Slam: (acc) p_1-100 (crit) p_1-16 (strength) p_1-16
1-100·1-16·1-16·1-2·1-2·1-2·1-2·1-2·1-2·1-16·1-16·1-2·1-16·1-16·1-2·1-16·1-16·1-2·1-16·1-16·1-2·1-16·1-16·1-100·1-16·1-16
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