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				Title: <strong>Pokémon (Closed)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>07-04-2020, 02:57:56</strong>
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				<span style="font-size: 16pt;" class="bbc_size">【⊚】 Info Thread 【⊚】 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=318810.0)<br>【⊚】 OOC Thread 【⊚】 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=318811.0)</span><br><span style="font-size: 16pt;" class="bbc_size">【⊚】 Interest Thread 【⊚】 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=318510.msg15342997#msg15342997)<br>&nbsp;【⊚】 Discord 【⊚】 (https://discord.gg/87adDJ)</span><br><br><br><div align="center"><span style="font-size: 36pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Pokémon Light and Shadow</strong></span></div><br>Welcome to the Arcaia region, a land shrouded in mystery. Though this region hosts no native pokémon of it's own, it is home to pokémon from all other known regions. Due to this strange phenomenon it has attracted a large amount of attention from researchers and trainers alike. Boasting a booming economy and countless new towns Arcaia is the new frontier of the pokémon world. But strange rumors have been cropping up about some extremely aggressive pokémon. They have been said to attack unprovoked and to be terrorizing humans and pokémon alike. What is the cause of these strange rumors, and what does it mean for the region? Only time will tell.<br><br><hr><hr><hr><br><span style="font-size: 16pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>⊚Rules:</strong></span><br><br><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>⊚ General Rules:</strong></span><br><br><strong>⊚ Don't be and ass hat:</strong> This game is meant to be fun for all those involved. Regardless of whether your character is one or not does mean you don't have to be nice to your fellow players. Be courteous and kind and let's all just have a fantastic time okay? Okay. (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:・ﾟ✧<br><br><strong>⊚ Real life comes first:</strong> Don't feel bad if life gets in the way of getting on. It happens. If you are going to be missing for an extended period please just let me know so we can find a way to move forward without cutting from the story so when you do come back you can hop right back in. ^^<br><br><strong>⊚ Have fun!! (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:・ﾟ✧:</strong> That's the whole point of this thing right? If you're getting stressed out about the rp let me or your fellow players know. We want this to be fun, not worrisome or taxing. If something is bothering or troubling you I will do all I can to help fix it. All you need do is ask.<br><br><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>⊚Posting rules:</strong></span><br><br><strong>⊚ Frequency:</strong> Nothing too outrageous, I know everyone here has lives and is busy. Just try posting something at least once a week, if you can manage more then that's fantastic. If that becomes an issue just let us know so we can work with you.<br><br><strong>⊚ Length:</strong> Nothing major , you don't need to post a novella every post. Just two solid paragraphs at least so people have something to work with for their response.<br><br><strong>⊚ Headers: </strong> Please use a header so we know where you are and who you are with. You can use the one posted below or if you feel like making your own prettier header be my guest. It's just an easy way to remember who is where and what pokémon you have.<br><br><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>⊚Pokémon Battle System</strong></span><br><br>There will be two ways to determine the outcome of a battle.<br><br><strong>⊚ One:</strong> Those involved can simply decide amongst themselves who will win the fight. This is the easiest way to settle things. Play the battle out however you like and in the end whoever was decided to win will win, simple as that.<br><br><strong>⊚ Two:</strong> Each player will roll a dice. Highest roll wins. There are a few factors in play for what is rolled.<br>⊚ baby pokémon roll a d4<br>⊚ 1st form pokémon roll a d6<br>⊚ 2nd form pokémon roll a d8<br>⊚ 3rd form pokémon roll a d10<br>⊚ Mega-evolved pokémon roll a d12<br>⊚ Legendary pokémon roll a d20<br>⊚ If a pokémon's type is super effective against their opponent they get a +2. I.e. Squirtle vs charmander squirtle gets a +2 for being a water type fighting a fire type.<br>⊚ For pokémon that do not evolve or only evolve once I will assign you a dice to roll depending on how strong the pokémon should be. I.e. An Absol at the beginning of the game would have a d6. As the game progressed they would move up to a d8, the an d10.<br>⊚ In a team battle multiple pokémon attacking one target may combine their rolls.<br>⊚ Extra bonuses may be awarded by me. If I feel your pokémon has grown strong enough I will award them and extra +1. A Pokémon may receive multiple awards easing their rolls to +2, +3, etc.<br>⊚ This battle style only needs to be used if people do not wish to decide who will win before/during a battle.<br>⊚This is how gym battles will play out.<br>⊚ Use the dicebot for your rolls. When in a battle make sure to include the results in your post so we can see who rolled higher.<br>⊚ (These rules may be edited or added to if I see a need to do so.)<br><br><hr><hr><hr><br><span style="font-size: 16pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>⊚Header:</strong></span><br><div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> (your name)<br><strong>Location:</strong> (where you are)<br><strong>With:</strong> (who you are with)<br><strong>Notes:</strong> (anything extra you want to add)<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> (names/nicknames)<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><div class="codeheader">Code: <a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return smfSelectText(this);" class="codeoperation">[Select]</a></div><pre style="margin: 0; padding: 0;"><code class="bbc_code">[floatleft][img height=150 padding=5]http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg[/img][/floatleft] [color=color1][b]Name:[/b][/color] (your name)<br>[color=color2][b]Location:[/b][/color] (where you are)<br>[color=red][b]With:[/b][/color] (who you are with)<br>[b]Notes:[/b] (anything extra you want to add)<br>[color=slategray][b]Pokémon:[/b][/color] (names/nicknames)<br>[floatright][img height=75 padding=5]http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg[/img][/floatright] [floatright][img height=75 padding=5]http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg[/img][/floatright] [floatright][img height=75 padding=5]http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg[/img][/floatright] [floatright][img height=75 padding=5]http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg[/img][/floatright] [floatright][img height=75 padding=5]http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg[/img][/floatright] [floatright][img height=75 padding=5]http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg[/img][/floatright]<br><br>[hr]<br>[hr]<br>[hr]</code></pre><br><hr><br><span style="font-size: 36pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Wild Pokémon</strong></span><br><br>These are the pokémon that are around and can be encountered or caught in each location. As the journey progresses more information will be added here.<br><br><span style="font-size: 16pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Landing Port Docks:</strong></span> psyduck, poliwag, tentacool, seel, shelder, crabby, horsea, goldeen, staryu, magicarp, corsola, remoraid, mantine, wingull, wailmer, feebass, spheel, mantyke, ducklett, clawncher, wishiwashi, pyukumuku, chewtle, arrokuda, cramorant<br><br><span style="font-size: 16pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Landing Port Power Plant:</strong></span> pikachu, Alolan geodude, magnemite, voltorb, pichu, mareep, elekid, plusle, minun, shinx, pachirisu, emolga, joltik, dedenne, togedemaru, blitzel, yamper, toxel, pincurchin, morepeko
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>07-04-2020, 08:40:04</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Aboard the SS Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> I'm finally here!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mudkip, Ralts<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/WV3qYrg.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/k9DVs0l.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>Daniel ran for the forward railing as the loud horn of the SS Anne thundered. She had been aboard the luxury cruise liner for a couple of days now and she was just itching to get ashore. And sure enough, spread out before her was the sprawling sky line of their destination, Landing Port.&nbsp; It wasn't quite as big as other places they had stopped off in, like the sprawling metropolis of Goldenrod City, but it was impressive none the less. Different architectures from all the other regions were meshed together in this melting pot of a city. The view took Daniel's breath away. As she gripped the railing tighter in anticipation of the journey that lay ahead of her the ralts clinging to her neck shivered a little. <strong>"Aww, it's okay Ralts. I know you don't like heights, but just look at this place!"</strong> She gestured to the city and she grinned wide at her little pokémon. Down at her feet a Mudkip skipped about, just as excited as its trainer. <strong>"Kip kip mudkip!"</strong> the excited little guy exclaimed as he circled his trainer's feet. <br><br>Daniel giggled at her pokémon's antics. <strong>"I know Mudkip, you're just as excited as I am."</strong> Daniel lifted Ralts off her back and held her in one arm, then scooped up Mudkip in the other. The three watched as the SS Anne slowly started pulling into the docks. There were dozens upon dozens of docks in the harbor, all bustling with activity. From massive cargo ships unloading freight, to other cruise liners arriving and departing, on down to little personal sail boats going out for some fun on the water. It was going to be a hot minute before the ship would be docked and unloading, so Daniel pulled herself away from the railing and headed back towards the port side decks where people were playing games and lounging while watching the view of the barrier islands that ringed Great Bay. She set down her mudkip to scamper along beside her but Ralts remained in her arms, the little thing much more relaxed when her trainer held her. Daniel was just about to bust with excitement. She was so excited about getting off this boat and seeing this new frontier that was the Arcaia Region that she wasn't really paying attention to where she was going.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Aethyrium</strong> on <strong>07-04-2020, 17:15:42</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://imgur.com/YWgypHx.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Rivena Fern (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=318810.msg15355804#msg15355804)<br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> n/a<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> n/a | Elekid (Zip), Sneasel (Nyx)<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://imgur.com/lLK9TrN.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://imgur.com/cmCG2pW.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr>When Rivena finally made her way to the deck she was already ready to disembark, even if that wasn’t going to be happening for just a bit yet. The only thing that she had out was a simple tablet that she was using to conduct her initial research of the area. One might be expecting her to look at all of the pokemon available around landing port, but truth be told she had already done that. It wasn’t as if she was going to waste all of her time while crossing the sea. No, instead her attention had focused on something - someone - else. Pulled up on the screen was a paper written by Professor Pine; it was the third paper Rivena had read by the professor, and probably the dozenth or so article about her in general. Pines ambitions matched her own so closely that she felt like she knew the woman already, even though they had definitely never met - but that <em>was</em> going to change.<br><br>Past the top edge of her screen, and over the edge of her glasses Rivena caught the skyline of Landing Port. For the smallest of moments her mouth gaped, and she stepped forward lowering the tablet away from her face. “<strong>Oh, wow…</strong>” She mumbled. It was busier than she had imagined. Bigger, somehow. But her view was soon impeded by another young woman carrying two pokemon and headed this way. For one moment it definitely looked like Rivena was staring at Daniel. When she caught it, she laughed and offered a quick wave to the other woman and then pulled her tablet back up so she could keep reading the paper by the professor.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>AribethAmkiir</strong> on <strong>08-04-2020, 00:29:47</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/6a/42/24/6a4224a0a2791b6b63e6186a00674ca0.png)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Selena Germain<br><strong>Location:</strong> Upper Deck of S.S. Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Open, (mention): Daniel<br><strong>Notes:</strong> We've arrived!!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Riolu/Ry, Shinx/Ion<br><div class="floatright">(http://)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcQpQPvwArfZz9RZcVaQRSSEa_6GL6hC6tOG-LW5OvDvDjEwVjBy&amp;usqp=CAU)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcSquOS4I4Qf-0uF1YpZ11eC5uwp-S4SczYl6a7ikqnocJXZu9pJ&amp;usqp=CAU)</div><br><hr><hr><hr>The voyage had been three full days, with a layover in Goldenrod city.&nbsp; Her adventure had already been more than she had ever dared to imagine.&nbsp; She'd seen a number of Pokemon she'd never seen before just on the S.S. Anne, alone.&nbsp; She'd even had her first trainer battle.&nbsp; Followed by her first loss.&nbsp; Then her first win, and a second win.&nbsp; There was much she still needed to learn.&nbsp; Her Pokemon needed to get stronger.&nbsp; Ryu was so different from Ion.&nbsp; The little Riolu was full of energy.&nbsp; Even working out twice a day, Ryu was restless at night.&nbsp; Being stuck on a cruise ship, even one as big as the S.S. Anne didn't help any, but Selena was starting to worry that she wouldn't be a good trainer for Ryu.&nbsp; Maybe, just maybe, he needed someone more physically fit and athletically minded.&nbsp; Still, she wasn't about to give up.&nbsp; Once there was a lot of room to move around things would be different, she told herself.<br><br>The horn blew and signaled that they had finally arrived in Landing Port.&nbsp; Excitement overwhelmed her and she ran up the stairs to the top deck, and then to the railing.&nbsp; Ryu, her Riolu was always two steps ahead of her, and when they reached the railing he hopped to the third rail, and grabbed on to the top.&nbsp; Selena was by Ryu's side a moment later.&nbsp; Ion, her Shinx, was cradled in her arms.<br><br><strong>"Oh, look. It's huge!"</strong><br><br>The port town was much larger than she'd expected; though, not quite as large as Goldenrod had been.&nbsp; Selena hadn't traveled much, nor was she a student of architecture, but she could tell the buildings had different styles.&nbsp; It looked rather odd, to her.&nbsp; The lack of uniformity made the city look much different from Goldenrod, or any other city Selena had seen.&nbsp; It was like a chaotic hodgepodge, or one of those odd paintings people loved so much.&nbsp; She didn't really get it, but she wasn't hear to admire the city.<br><br>Her eyes drifted to the harbor.&nbsp; There were dozens of boats.&nbsp; Ships as large as the Anne, and even bigger.&nbsp; Small leisure sailboats.&nbsp; It seemed as busy and chaotic as the city itself.&nbsp; Selena wondered how the ships didn't crash into each other or cause large accidents.&nbsp; Maybe there was some traffic rules that she wasn't aware of.<br><br>As she watched the ships, she began to notice the shadows under the water.&nbsp; She squeezed Ion to her chest.&nbsp; <strong>"I think that one might be a Mantyke,"</strong> she said to her friends.&nbsp; <strong>"Look, there are Wailmer over there!"</strong> she said loudly.&nbsp; A few other passengers were pointing in the same direction.<br><br>She remembered a day back when they saw a pod of Lapras.&nbsp; She didn't see any in the port.&nbsp; Perhaps there were too many people, or maybe it was a species that didn't exist in Arcaia&nbsp; Hopefully, there weren't hunters here that were causing the Lapras pain.&nbsp; She'd have to do something about that, if that was the case.<br><br>Activity on the lower deck drew Selena's attention.&nbsp; She'd seen that girl before.&nbsp; The one with the Mudkip and the Ralts.&nbsp; <strong>"How bout we celebrate finally getting here with a battle?"</strong><br><br>She was met with a loud, "Shinx!" and "Lu!"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>ZephySempai</strong> on <strong>08-04-2020, 04:30:28</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.ibb.co/C1RD7nw/ef1b51f624285f52e2426a1b0f534292.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daiki Gorro<br><strong>Location:</strong> Upper Deck of S.S. Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> His Pokemon / Snorunt Bumping into Selena<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Internally freaking out<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Totodile &amp; Snorunt<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.ibb.co/jG3LXjd/0b058447222626a1455c737487f2154f59ed4214-hq.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.ibb.co/0XcDn9p/chibidex-158-totodile-by-seviyummy-dcasn6i-250t.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>The waves rocked the boat like his mother used to rock him in her arms. The sea expanded far and wide. He wanted to reach out and take hold of all the horizon had to offer, but he was too weak.<br><br>Golden eyes reflected off the sun’s brilliant rays. Weak as he was, he rose to the top of the ship the moment he boarded. Overlooking the railing he saw lives from all across the globe; each with their own goals and desires. A smirk crossed his face. None of them were prepared for him. While his hands may not be able to grasp the ocean, they could most certainly hold power over those beneath him. Even if he couldn’t defeat them all today, tomorrow he would be reborn anew. There were other trainers here as well. They held his attention more than the common folk. These were the people who would directly cross his path to complete domination. Whether they be rivals or stepping stones, eventually, he would have to overcome each and every one of them in order to claim his birthright. It was a lonely road to travel. This was apparent by the groups of trainers clustered together. Daiki was no stranger to solitude. Much of his life he spent in the shadow of others who looked down upon him. But this wouldn’t always be the case.<br><br><strong>“Dile!”</strong><br><br>The trainer had his back to the railing of the 3rd stern deck. With his arms anchoring him, he removed his gaze from the vast ocean he left behind and glanced down at the trembling crock clinging to his pant leg. He smiled. It was a small, unconscious twitch of muscle that rarely formed on his otherwise scowling countenance, and it lasted for only a minute before his lips parted.<strong> “What’s wrong now, Totodile?”</strong> His voice was like an annoyed older brother who was stuck with babysitting duty.<br><br><strong>“Totodile! Toto! To!”</strong> Its gargled voice mixed with anxiety as it pointed to the sea below with one trembling claw.<br><br>Its trainer, Daiki, leaned his head back casually to spy deep shadows roving beneath the sea around the large boat. <strong>“Ha!”</strong> He barked, startling his Pokemon. <strong>“You’re afraid of those little guppies all the way down there?!”</strong> With a toothy grin he confidently shouted. <strong>“They could only dream of being as high up as you are right now!”</strong><br><br><strong>“Toto?”</strong> Totodile looked confusedly at the towering Human.<br><br>Daiki continued. <strong>“You’re <em>MY</em> Pokemon, Totodile, which automatically puts you above any other Pokemon. You’re in a class all on your own. You think you’re afraid of them? Ha! Those cowards down there are beneath you, swimming in <em>your</em> shadow! Remember that!”</strong> <br><br>With his mention, Totodile glanced back across the water. In a poetic twist, it seemed his shadow did stretch out to the sea below; a shadow which those beneath him truly swam behind.<br><br><strong>“Besides, you’re a Big Brother now.”</strong> The trainer spoke with a large grin and a thumbs up. <strong>“You gotta be brave for the little guy, remember?”</strong><br><br>Totodile paused for a moment to reflect on the Human’s words. A confident spark flashed across its face. It jumped with cheer. <strong>“Dile!”</strong> Totodile turned to the left, then spun around to the right. <strong>“Toto…? Dile?”</strong> It looked nervously around its trainer’s feet as though it lost a prized possession.<br><br>Daiki caught on to this. <strong>“What’s wrong Toto…?”</strong> Immediately the realization hit him that the littlest of their group was missing. The color drained from Daiki’s face.<br><br><hr><br>(https://i.ibb.co/jG3LXjd/0b058447222626a1455c737487f2154f59ed4214-hq.jpg)<br><br>Snorunt was on an adventure of its own today. <strong>“Sno! Sno! Sno! Sno!”</strong> Its peppy body waddled through the crowds of people aboard the ship. About the size of the average person’s foot, it didn’t seem phased by the danger of potentially being stepped on, or stuffed in someone’s purse. The entire journey, Snorunt’s excitement could not be contained. There were so many new faces. So many new creatures. It wanted to see everything. And it could! At the top of the ship where its Human brought it, Snorunt could see everything for miles and miles! It was the happiest it had ever been in its young life! More surprises happened as well! The entire trip a bright light would flash somewhere and attract its attention. Every time it saw the light, it would try to let its Human know, but the light always disappeared before he saw it. This finally came to an end when Snorunt saw the light again. This time, it was close! Snorunt would not let it escape. <strong>“Snooo!”</strong> Happily, it bounced off after the light.<br><br>Successfully, it navigated the sea of strangers to find the source of the light. It was another Pokemon! <strong>“Snoo! Sno! Sno! Sno!”</strong> It was blue and black, with sparkly eyes and ears! Snorunt called out to its new friend. It was so high up with its Human holding it, Snorunt wondered if it could even hear him. That’s right! He just needed HIS Human to pick him up. <strong>“Sno!”</strong> Snorunt turned and looked behind itself. <strong>“Sno?”</strong> He looked left and right. Concern filled its tiny face when the familiar blue hair escaped its view. <strong>“Sno? Sno?”</strong> Anxiety quickly swept in. Its owner was lost! Tears bubbled in the tiny Pokemon’s eyes not knowing where to go. It stepped backward, bumping into the leg of the Human that carried the other Pokemon. Snorunt hardly noticed. It sat down on the floor, still calling out helplessly for its trainer. <strong>“Sno! Sno!”</strong><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zayk</strong> on <strong>08-04-2020, 22:52:12</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/GWtZRIA.png)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Zeln Abyssinias<br><strong>Location:</strong> Lower Deck Cabins (S.S Anne)<br><strong>With:</strong> None - Open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Introduction<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Sandshrew &amp; Noibat<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/g6X0EZg.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/Wc0Ssnq.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>As countless travelers and holiday-makers excitedly scampered around on the upper decks of the S.S Anne, Zeln’s dark solitary figure remained quietly hidden away below deck in a much more secluded part of the ship. Countless hours had elapsed since anyone had last seen him, but with all the bustling around going on within the cruise ship, no one had the time or attentiveness to notice a single passenger going missing. Zeln could have been doing anything; in the time he’d been left alone he could have planted explosive devices, he could have assaulted a sailor and impersonated a crew member, he could even have taken one of the ships many wealthy passengers as a hostage and holed himself up in one of the many cabin rooms on board.... <br><br>But instead of engaging in criminal activity that would have made his grandfather and former colleagues proud, he was stuck lying face-down into a pillow in his own cabin, pale-faced and looking as if he’d just returned from the brink of death. A loud graceless groan echoed loudly within the room each and every time the ship seemed to sway even the slightest bit towards either side. Being a luxury cruise liner, and considering the smooth sailing conditions there really wasn’t that much of a sway at all... but during the 21 years of his short life, Zeln had never stepped foot off of a sweet solid land mass, and the fact that he may or may not have gotten a bit too excited on the first day of boarding was also contributing to the buildup of nausea that weighed heavily on his well-being. <br>&nbsp;<br>Letting out another unsightly groan as the loud boorish sound of the ships horn resonated in the air, the sound itself was bearable... but the sudden rush of many passengers making their way over to the railings to view the upcoming land mass wasn’t. And it took every last fibre of Zeln’s existence to not empty his stomach then and there. Cursing quietly to himself as he attempted to roll over onto his back, it was at that exact moment that Zeln remembered that he wasn’t entirely alone in the room... in fact he wasn’t even alone in the bed. And as his turning body attempted to push off a curled up Sandshrew off one side of the bed, Zeln’s side was met with a rough unfriendly shove. Which caused him to meet the ill-favored fate instead. <br><br><em>”Shreeeeeew!”</em> the sandy colored critter hissed unhappily, glaring daringly into Zeln’s agitated ruby gaze for a good few seconds, before curling back up into itself. Unlike Zeln who had enjoyed his first day enjoying the ships facilities, pigging out on food, and chatting up girls. Zeln’s Sandshrew had remained irritably unnerved the whole time. An unsurprising reaction considering how they were surrounded by water on all sides. If Zeln was missing the feeling of rough earthy soil beneath his feet as much as he was, one couldn’t even begin to fathom how much his Sandshrew was missing it. <br><br>“You little piece of-” Zeln snapped back angrily from his position on the floor, for a split few moments crimson eyes flared up in outrage as Zeln genuinely considered grabbing the moody little runt and hurling it into the nearest body of water... but upon being met with a cold beady dark gaze that challenged him to <em>’Bring it’</em> Zeln quickly reconsidered and instead settled on the more amicable reaction of picking himself up instead. <br>”Consider yourself lucky, if I were any other trainer I’d put you in a daycare and never come back for you” Zeln threatened not very intimidatingly. A threat which his Sandshrew somehow seemed to roll its eyes at before curling up into a ball once more. <br><br>"Whatever, I’m going out to grab some fresh air, enjoy having the bed to yourself you stupid little mole” Zeln growled, as he grabbed his jacket and slung it over his shoulder, huffing unhappily as he turned his back on his pokemon and waltzed out of the cabin. Judging from the blaring sound of the ships horn earlier, his two days of misery were about to come to an end soon and like many others he could wait to get to Arcaia.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>lux89</strong> on <strong>09-04-2020, 23:35:14</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/f9/Bbb513499bf8ba02c99c9cd4a7685635.png)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> <strong>Officer Sepia Cacao</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=318810.msg15355801#msg15355801)<br><strong>Location:</strong> <strong>Landing Port</strong><br><strong>With:</strong> Open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <em>S.S. Anne anchors today... <br>I smell trouble... and popcorn.</em><br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> <strong>Piplup</strong>&nbsp; and&nbsp; <strong>Honedge</strong> <br><em>If I don't give them a name and get <br>attached, I won't hurt if they get stolen.</em> <br><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/a/a4/D74.png/988px-D74.png)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/4/4a/Pokemon_honedge.png)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><br><br><hr><hr><hr><br><div style="text-align: justify;">The ambitious skyscrapers and towers of Landing Port, the biggest city of Archia, welcomed a great crescent bay that was protected by a crescent archipelago with a wide gap down the middle. A gateway laid bare and open, directly aligned with the city, leaving an unobstructed view of the sun-spangled sea and the faded horizon behind ships sailing in and out. Today it was the Steamship Anne, a growing speck, gracefully fanned by islands left and right, an ark carrying foreign Pokémon Trainers that embarked this way. Professor Pine will certainly look forward to taking them under her wing. <span style="font-size: 8pt;" class="bbc_size"><em>Just as she welcomed Officer Sepia verbosely until his ears begged him to arrest her for information overload</em>.</span> Bystanders started coming to the marina to greet their visitors, or get up to something no good, Sepia assumed. <br><br>He had been standing at his huge window of the residential tower's oceanside and strolled quietly past at a meandering pace, buttoning up his Officer uniform. He glanced away from the streets busy of pedestrian traffic towards the sight of a ruffled Piplup excitably patting and reaching for the water gun loaded and set on the table. <strong>"Don't touch that,"</strong> Sepia said sharply.&nbsp; <strong><em>"Piiip...!"</em></strong> The penguin's face slowly turned cross, as if daring its Trainer to give another command. The water gun was punishment for miscreants, Piplup knew that. It hopped up on the table and snatched the water gun, aiming it right at its Trainer. Sepia raised an authoritative finger and yet cringed when water sprayed his face sopping wet.<br><br><strong>"You're a vindictive creature, aren't you,"</strong> Sepia sputtered, wiping his face dry.<br><br><strong><em>"Hon...?"</em></strong> The sheathed sword that rested on the shelf on a bare wall opened its sleepy eye. <br>It scanned, growing aware of another one of Piplup's mutinies. Its eye slowly closed. <strong><em>"...edge..."</em></strong><br><br>Sepia fitted the police cap on his head. Now he was an Officer Sepia, ready to go. <strong>"Come on, guys. Let's make some arrests!"</strong><br><br>They followed him out the door and waited with him in the elevator. Piplup patted all the floor buttons, making them glow alight.<br>It made eye contact with Officer Sepia in a moment of antagonized silence. Honedge sank to the floor against the wall and slept.<br><br>The elevator doors parted, letting in a burst of sunshine, giving the naughty penguin incentive to waddle and frolic out to the marina. Officer Sepia gave nods and waves at the people of Landing Port while the possessed sword floated close behind. He kept an eye on both his Pokémon with every breath drawn, like they were someone else's children he was supposed to watch, and he kept the other eye on any suspicious activity. In the background out the corner of his eye, slowly but rapidly, the valiant and vast S.S. Anne approached. <br><br>This made his heart speed up, without him knowing why. Perhaps what was brought with it was the spirit of adventure and promises of greatness...<br><br></div>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>AribethAmkiir</strong> on <strong>10-04-2020, 07:47:05</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/6a/42/24/6a4224a0a2791b6b63e6186a00674ca0.png)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Selena Germain<br><strong>Location:</strong> Upper Deck of S.S. Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Daiki's Snorunt, (mention): Daniel<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Lost and Found<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Riolu/Ry, Shinx/Ion<br><div class="floatright">(http://)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcQpQPvwArfZz9RZcVaQRSSEa_6GL6hC6tOG-LW5OvDvDjEwVjBy&amp;usqp=CAU)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcSquOS4I4Qf-0uF1YpZ11eC5uwp-S4SczYl6a7ikqnocJXZu9pJ&amp;usqp=CAU)</div><br><hr><hr><hr>Selena's attention was on the Pokemon trainer on the deck below.&nbsp; She looked to be a potential opponent.&nbsp; A Mudkip and a Ralts would be a challenging team for her current Pokemon.&nbsp; She wondered how strong they were.<br><br>"Shee?" Ion, her Shinx, spoke a moment before Selena felt something bump into her leg.&nbsp; Ion slipped out of Selena's grasp and hopped down to the deck.&nbsp; "Sheee?"<br><br>Until she felt something bump into the back of her leg.<br><br>"Ree?&nbsp; Oh!" Ryu, her Riolu, said before it hopped down off the railing and peered around Selena's leg.&nbsp; "Lu!&nbsp; Lu!"&nbsp; It began to point and hop up and down excitedly.<br><br>Selena turned curiously as both of her Pokemon went to investigate whatever had bumped into her.&nbsp; It took Selena a moment to recognize the two foot, cone-shaped, yellow and black Pokemon.&nbsp; It obviously wasn't happy.&nbsp; It's cry reminded Selena of some of the newborns her parents had cared for over the years.<br><br>She quickly knelt in front of the upset Pokemon. <strong>"It's okay.&nbsp; My name is Selena."</strong>&nbsp; She looked around for anyone who might have misplaced their Pokemon, but didn't see anyone immediately.&nbsp; <strong>"Are you lost, little one?"</strong> she asked, certain of the answer.<br><br>Ryu was busy talking to Selena excitedly.&nbsp; She turned her blue eyes to her newest Pokemon.&nbsp; <strong>"Think you could help find its owner, Ryu?"</strong> Selena asked.&nbsp; <strong>"Concentrate.&nbsp; Try to see an aura that is different from everyone else's. Maybe someone who is worried or panicked."</strong><br><br>Ryu closed its eyes and meditated for a moment before reopening those red colored orbs.&nbsp; <strong>"Take your time.&nbsp; I know you can do it,"</strong> Selena encouraged.<br><br>Selena's gaze returned to the lost Pokemon.&nbsp; <strong>"You're a Snorunt, aren't you?&nbsp; Are you miserable in this heat?&nbsp; Maybe we should get you some ice while we're looking for your trainer."</strong>&nbsp; Selena asked the lost little one.<br><br>Her Shinx nuzzled its nose against Snorunt in a friendly manner.<br><br>A moment later, Ryu stood and jumped up and down excitedly.&nbsp; "Rye!&nbsp; Rye!"&nbsp; It pointed into the crowd.<br><br><strong>"Good job, Ryu.&nbsp; Let's go see if Snorunt is their's."</strong><br><br>Selena offered to pick up the Pokemon, and if it accepted she'd carry it as Ryu lead the way and Ion followed after.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>10-04-2020, 23:38:44</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Aboard the SS Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Rivena<br><strong>Notes:</strong> I’m so sorry!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mudkip, Ralts<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/WV3qYrg.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/k9DVs0l.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br>As Daniel walked along admiring the sky line of Landing Port day dreaming about the adventures she was finally about to embark on she was not paying much attention to where she was walking. Or the little pokémon scampering about between her legs either. As a pretty little blonde girl waved at Daniel she was snapped out of her trance long enough to smile and wave back, but just as she did Mudkip managed to get under her feet. The trainer lost her balance and began to fall forward into the petite blonde before she realized what was happening. Instinctively she pulled Ralts closer to her chest to protect it as she face planted into her new acquaintance.<br><br>Daniel fell hard into Rivena, knocking the two of the down to the ground. Again reacting on instinct the taller girl managed to twist herself and pull on Rivena’s arm in a way that she fel first and the blonde would land on top of her. With a tangle of limbs and a loud crash the two were suddenly much closer to the deck than they had been a moment ago. Patting her Ralts on the head to make sure it was okay a mudkip who seemed totally fine with the mayhem he had just caused cake hopping up to its trainer. <strong>”Kip kip mudkip!”</strong> it cried joyously. <br><br><strong>”Mudkip, you need to be more careful next time! I am so sorry miss! Are you alright?!”</strong> Daniel asked looking to once again make eye contact with Rivena. <strong>”You aren’t hurt are you? Mudkip can get a little over excited sometimes and I guess I wasn’t paying enough attention. Hi, my name’s Daniel by the way.”</strong> she said extending a gloved hand. No use crying over spilled milk she supposed. May as well use this chance to meet someone new.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>ZephySempai</strong> on <strong>11-04-2020, 05:35:16</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.ibb.co/C1RD7nw/ef1b51f624285f52e2426a1b0f534292.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daiki Gorro<br><strong>Location:</strong> Upper Deck of S.S. Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Selena &amp; Her Team<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <span class="bbc_u"><em>Relessed:</em></span> Relaxed &amp; Stressed<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Totodile &amp; Snorunt<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.ibb.co/jG3LXjd/0b058447222626a1455c737487f2154f59ed4214-hq.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.ibb.co/0XcDn9p/chibidex-158-totodile-by-seviyummy-dcasn6i-250t.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br>At first, fear was the only thing Snorunt knew. Its trainer was gone and there were so many massive Humans around. It knew not where to go. There were Pokemon all around, yes, but not his friend. Where was his friend? Snorunt cried out for them to find him. Another Human knelt down before him. It introduced itself to him. It also asked if he was lost. <strong>“Sno…”</strong> He sniffled. The cone that kept him safe vibrated from his fear. It spoke to the other Pokemon. The Human was asking them to help. That’s right. He was small. He couldn’t see past all the legs from down on the floor. His Human would always tell him how important it was to be high up. He needed to be higher up!<br><br>The other Pokemon approached him. He was nuzzled. Its nose was warm against his trembling body, but it was nice to him. It was the one with the pretty colors. Snorunt stopped crying. The Human offered to pick him up. Snorunt immediately jumped into her arms. She was warm too, like his trainer. Snorunt nuzzled in as close to her as he could. She was softer than his trainer, but she felt safe, like his trainer. <strong>“Sno!”</strong> He was happy. She was nice. Most Humans were nice. But Snorunt wanted his Human back. His Human was the nicest of them all!<br><br><hr><br>Fury was a wave that crashed against the crowd. Most, who were lucky enough to see him coming, immediately moved from his path. Some who heard or saw the teen were offended simply by his attitude. They were prepared to approach him, but all hesitated. He was a Blue Oni; a demon of folklore and enemy of mankind. With teeth clenched a seething rage breathed out of him as he stalked the ship with a trembling Totodile in tow. All parted ways with the walking nightmare. All except one tiny Pokemon.<br><br>A <strong>Riolu</strong> scampered into his path. A tiny, defenseless creature that could only be used to pick the remains of larger prey from his teeth. A fetid air of death seeped from the monstrous teen’s nose as he stared down at the beast. It was in the way. A trainer followed behind it in tow. More distractions. More collateral. His energy was upon her long before his gaze lifted from the ground. But then he saw a tiny trembling Snorunt clutched in her arms, unharmed, and everything seemed to be fine.<br><br>It seemed Snorunt was quick to respond to his trainer’s presence. Immediately, his trembling stopped. <strong>“Sno?”</strong> Large eyes opened up to view the massive man standing before them. The tiny Pokemon exploded with joy in the kind woman’s arms and wiggled to freedom before jumping forward. Instinctively, Daiki held his arms out and his Pokemon landed in his grasp. Snorunt's excitement followed his scampering body as he clumsily climbed up the Human’s arms. <strong>“Sno! Sno! Sno”</strong>&nbsp; He was so imbalanced he almost fell, but grabbed onto his Human's long blue hair for support. Daiki to wince slightly, but he held himself strong so his Pokemon could roost comfortably on his shoulder. Snorunt snuggled in comfortably and used the man’s jacket as a blanket. <strong>“Sno! Sno! Snorunt Sno!”</strong><br><br>Daiki breathed a relief sigh. Another smile stealthily spread across his face.<br><br><strong>“Toto Totodile!”</strong> The crock Pokemon whined from the ground. At first, he was worried about the safety of his fellow companion, but then he noticed the others: A Riolu and a Shinx. As they approached. Totodile hid his trembling form behind his trainer's leg.<br><br>Daiki looked down upon his partner with a smirk. <strong>“Relax!”</strong> His mood completely shifted from the otherworldly being he was moments before. Humor managed to find his voice. <strong>“Snorunt’s a monster! He can handle himself in any situation.”</strong> His confidence formed a strong fist and resonated with the happy Pokemon nuzzling against his neck. This reclined energy changed the moment he decided to refocus his golden eyes on the woman that returned his Pokemon.<br><br>She was smaller than him in both size and mass. Her Pokemon were small as well. One was an electric type, however. Totodile still struggled in matchups where he was disadvantaged. She could prove an issue were they to battle. Regardless of her intentions, from her well-traveled shoes to the focused light in the back of her eyes, she was a trainer from head to toe. His eyes narrowed. He was a hawk judging another predator. Another obstacle.<br><br>He was the first to break eye-contact. Dismissively, he looked off to the side. His words were begrudging. <strong>“Thanks…”</strong> It was obvious this was not his normal vocabulary. <strong>“Snorunt likes to be adventurous. I owe you one.”</strong> His stance was relessed; an almost intentional avoidance of her entire presence. <strong>“I’m Daiki.”</strong> His introduction was strong. He gestured with an open hand down to the Pokemon by his foot. <strong>“This is Totodile. You’ve already met Snowrunt.”</strong> His Pokemon responded cheerfully to their names being called out, even though Totodile still clung to his trainer’s leg like a shy child to its mother. <strong>“Tell me: Are you a Pokemon Trainer?”</strong><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Aethyrium</strong> on <strong>11-04-2020, 23:20:30</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://imgur.com/YWgypHx.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Rivena Fern (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=318810.msg15355804#msg15355804)<br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> n/a<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> n/a | Elekid (Zip), Sneasel (Nyx)<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://imgur.com/lLK9TrN.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://imgur.com/cmCG2pW.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr>Maybe if she had been paying more attention to the moment she might have been able to prevent all of this from happening. Alas, that seemed a common problem in her life. When Daniel came crashing down, Rivena was blissfully unaware until impact had occurred, and by then it was far too late to do anything about it. There was a yelp of surprise, she fumbled to catch the tablet as she flailed to catch herself - failing on both accounts. It was fortunate for her that Daniel had more composure in the situation and managed to keep her from ending up as the bottom step in the tumble. With a thud, and followed by a small groan, Rivena quickly attempted to disentangle herself from the other young woman. Whatever momentary frustration there <em>might</em> have been was smoothed over by the delighted little cries of the Mudkip. Rivena offered the creature a small, but genuine smile. One that slowed turned up to Daniel as she introduced herself. “<strong>Rivena,</strong>” She answered, reaching out to meet the offered hand. Her other dusted off one of her legs as she pulled it closer to herself. “<strong>I think… I think I’ll make it.</strong>”<br><br>Sudden realization came to her, and she was looking around frantically until she lay eyes on her tablet. She scooted quickly onto her knees and grabbed for it, pulling it close. A rapid inspection said that it would survive the fall as well. “<strong>Oh good…</strong>” She said, heaving a heavy sigh of relief. Her attention returned to Daniel even as she was making her way to her feet. “<strong>Don’t worry about it. Hard to be mad at a little guy as cute as that.</strong>” Rivena offered, winking at Mudkip. “<strong>Are you alright?</strong>”
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>AribethAmkiir</strong> on <strong>12-04-2020, 08:17:30</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/6a/42/24/6a4224a0a2791b6b63e6186a00674ca0.png)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Selena Germain<br><strong>Location:</strong> Upper Deck of S.S. Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Daiki's Snorunt, (mention): Daniel<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Lost and Found<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Riolu/Ry, Shinx/Ion<br><div class="floatright">(http://)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcQpQPvwArfZz9RZcVaQRSSEa_6GL6hC6tOG-LW5OvDvDjEwVjBy&amp;usqp=CAU)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcSquOS4I4Qf-0uF1YpZ11eC5uwp-S4SczYl6a7ikqnocJXZu9pJ&amp;usqp=CAU)</div><br><br><br><br><hr><hr><hr>Selena was making her way through the crowded deck.&nbsp; She chased after Ryu as he darted between Pokemon and people.&nbsp; His energy seemed boundless.&nbsp; Selena held Snorunt tightly to her chest, though, not too tight.&nbsp; Finally, after just a short run, Ryu stopped in front of a very angry looking young man and began to point.<br><br><strong>"Ryu, don't point,"</strong> Selena began to correct her Pokemon.&nbsp; She stopped short, however, as Snorunt slipped from her arms.&nbsp; Worried that she was about to drop the precious lost Pokemon, she tried to hold on to it.&nbsp; Worry seized her heart as an image of it falling to the floor and hurting itself quickly passed through her mind.&nbsp; <strong>"Snorunt!?</strong><br><br>It's leap, however, was strong and true, it would seem.&nbsp; It landed safely in the other trainer's arms.&nbsp; A confused look was given to the young man.&nbsp; Though, it was clear he was no longer upset.&nbsp; Instead the relief was written on his face.&nbsp; Her smile grew bright as she witnessed Snorunt reunite with its trainer.<br><br>Her smile grew as he seemed to be speechless for a moment.&nbsp; It seemed obvious to her that he had a strong bond with Snorunt and that Snorunt felt safe and loved in his arms.&nbsp; He was a good trainer, even if what he said to his Totodile seemed a bit peculiar.&nbsp; <br><br>When he finally thanked her, Selena shrugged.&nbsp; <strong>"Hey, no problem.&nbsp; I'm happy I was able to help."</strong>&nbsp; She turned her attention to Snorunt.&nbsp; <strong>"Yeah, Ryu,"</strong> she indicated her Riolu, <strong>"has more energy than I know what I can do with.&nbsp; And Ion,"</strong> she indicated her other Pokemon, <strong>"I think he would've gotten lost a few times, except he glows pretty brightly when he gets scared."</strong><br><br>She pursed her lips and laughed when she realized she was probably oversharing.&nbsp; <strong>"I'm Selena,"</strong> she extended her hand in a typical Sinnoh greeting.&nbsp; Whether he shook her hand, kissed it, or whatever, she then indicated her Pokemon.&nbsp; <strong>"These are my partners."</strong>&nbsp; Selena looked down at her two Pokemon.<br><br>She gave Daiki a twisted smile when he asked if she was a trainer.&nbsp; <strong>"Yeah, I am.&nbsp; Though, I don't really have any accolades.&nbsp; I'm just starting my journey."</strong><br><br>She felt people expected more of her.&nbsp; Maybe it was just her imagination, or maybe it was all the years helping her parents with their breeding, but she felt a bit like a fraud.&nbsp; She hadn't fought in a single Gym battle even though she'd watched Crasher Wake's battles more times than she could recall.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>MelodyCake</strong> on <strong>13-04-2020, 13:58:07</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.facdn.net/art/pancakebunny/1586613963/1586613963.pancakebunny_guy.png)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Makaio Hale<br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne Bridge room<br><strong>With:</strong> Open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> HOOOOOOONK <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Duskull and Pumpkaboo<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://[floatright][img height=100 padding=5]http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/e/e2/355Duskull.png/375px-355Duskull.png)</div><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/d/df/710Pumpkaboo.png/375px-710Pumpkaboo.png)</div><hr><hr><hr><br><br>It had been exactly 5 hours, 35 minutes and 28 seconds, errr... Give or take, since Makio had woken up after little to no sleep. Butterflies had been the cause of the nights restlessness, as the mind raced and conjured up all sort of possible ends to the travels. Not all necessarily bad, but most were not really on the fortunate side for most of those onboard. Eventually, the young man had managed to catch a few measly hours of sleep. Today was no time to let the over active imagination take too much of a hold, after all, today was finally the day the trip would come to an end, and he'd feel his feet on some solid ground again. <br><br>To be honest, it was hard not to feel some scorn and other negative emotions towards the people back home when he had started on his journey, but the atmosphere on the ship had rubbed off on him whilst they had been out at sea. It was hard not to, when almost everyone on board were so excited, you could almost taste the electrifying elation in the air. The bitter feelings he had started his trip with, had now been over run by pure adrenaline and over the top enthusiasm that he was almost bouncing off walls. Almost, he couldn't let himself get that loose just yet. <br><br><em>“Pumpkabooooo~” </em>A small pumpkin shaped pokemon cooed, <em>“Duskull, Duskull!”</em> The other ghost exclaimed enthusiastically, as the two nodding agreement with one another. Makio took a moment to look at one, to the other, placing thumb and index finger to his chin,&nbsp; stroking a few short hairs on his chin. The pokemon hovered up to each side of the young man, occasionally nuzzling each cheek as the man continued to walk in pensive thought. Duskull and Pumpkaboo had been right. He needed a full on game plan; he couldn't just waltz in like he owned the place, he'd look like a lunatic if he did. And we couldn't have that, now could we. Giving the two gentle head pats, he found himself smiling softly. <br><br>“You two are right, but! I think it would do all of us some good to have a final look around the ship before we dock. It's not often we get the chance to be on such a big ship!” Makio spoke, his voice not able to filter out excitement what so ever. <em>”Duskull, Duskull!” </em> The skull ghost moaned excitedly, whilst the Pumpkaboo's eyes lit up on and off, as it bobbed up and down as it floated. The trio explored&nbsp; &nbsp;and checked out each and every hall they could possibly walk down, and traveled any staircase that wasn't locked, till finally they found themselves on the bridge wing. <br><br>It seemed Makaio hadn't been the only one with the idea to do some final exploring before the ship. The ship's captain was just letting in a few small families, that had been offered to let their kids see the bridge and watch the captain at work. Without even thinking about it once, the young man joined in on the little tour so confidently, no one had even thought of asking if he was with anyone of the group, or even if he actually belonged there. Of course, the young man did not stick with the tour, and found himself awestruck of the view from the bridge window; of the port that continued to come into view the closer they ship got. <br><br><em>“Duskull, Duskull” </em>The small pokémon moaned by his ear, as Pumpkaboo nudged him forward by pushing his back. The young mans attention was quickly grabbed by the control console of the ship. A twinkle sparkled in the green hue's as the fingers found themselves fidgeting in excitement, till finally the gaze landed on the ship's throttle.<br><br>“I wonder what this does?” He asked Pumpkaboo and Duskull, as his fingers wrapped around the handle, and before he even had the chance to fully think through what he was doing, he was already pushing the throttle forward. “Oh, and what's this?!”<br><br>“HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONK!”The fog horn went, as the ship began to pick up its pace.<br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>ZephySempai</strong> on <strong>14-04-2020, 20:38:51</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.ibb.co/C1RD7nw/ef1b51f624285f52e2426a1b0f534292.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daiki Gorro<br><strong>Location:</strong> Upper Deck of S.S. Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Selena &amp; Her Team<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <span class="bbc_u"><em>Teasing:</em></span> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Totodile &amp; Snorunt<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.ibb.co/jG3LXjd/0b058447222626a1455c737487f2154f59ed4214-hq.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.ibb.co/0XcDn9p/chibidex-158-totodile-by-seviyummy-dcasn6i-250t.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>The woman, <strong>Selena</strong>, introduced herself and her Pokemon to him. Daiki’s golden eyes happened to fall upon her once more. She’d extended her hand out to him. His eyes lingered upon her for some time. At first, caution colored his expression. Soon, however, it seemed to melt away as a confident smirk surfaced. Angling back in her general direction, he reached out and shook her hand. His grip was firm. Her hand was soft. Almost half a foot taller, Daiki towered over this new acquaintance. <br><br>Snorunt gave an impressive yawn for a Pokemon of his size. His cone-shaped body almost disappeared beneath the young man’s jacket as he snuggled in closer to his Human’s warm skin. In an effort to obtain more comfort, he tucked his head beneath the padding of Daiki’s headphone and used it as a pillow.<br><br>Looking down past Selena, Daiki made note of her Pokemon. He was familiar with them and what they would soon evolve into. <strong>“Interesting team.”</strong> His voice was deep. Golden eyes looked beneath his own leg. There was a Totodile gripping upon his pants. Daiki gently shook his leg. <strong>“Introduce yourself.”</strong> His command fell upon his Pokemon.<br><br>The skittish Totodile was reluctant to leave the safety of his trainer. <strong>“Totodile?”</strong> Anxiety was present in his croaking voice. Looking up, however, there was no sympathy in his trainer’s gaze. Reluctance was in the small croc’s every move. He released his trainer’s leg before timidly stepping out from behind him. Totodile looked at the two other Pokemon. Once their attention was on him, he froze. Like a small child, Totodile looked up towards his guardian. Daiki’s eyes were expectant. Totodile found no refuge. Totodile whined, but then turned back to the other Pokemon. Nervously, he pressed his clawed fingers together and looked down at his feet. He spoke, though so softly he could barely be heard. <strong>“To to. Totodile. Dile dile.”</strong> His energy was the polar opposite of his trainer’s commanding nature.<br><br>Daiki rolled his eyes to express his dissatisfaction, then sighed. <strong>"Don't mind him. We're working on his confidence."</strong> His voice held no anger. More like an older brother looking over the growth of a younger sibling. Daiki then refocused on <strong>Selena</strong> once more. <strong>“What brings you to Arcaia?”</strong> He slipped a tease into his inquiry. <strong>“You don’t strike me as the battling type? Here to do some casual sightseeing?”</strong><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zayk</strong> on <strong>18-04-2020, 19:28:22</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/GWtZRIA.png)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Zeln Abyssinias<br><strong>Location:</strong> Lower Deck Cabins (S.S Anne)<br><strong>With:</strong> Rivena &amp; Daniel (Mentioned Selena/Daiki)<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Introduction<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Sandshrew &amp; Noibat<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/g6X0EZg.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/Wc0Ssnq.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr>Almost as soon as he’d closed the door to his cabin room behind him, Zeln could tell that he’d embarked on a long and arduous journey. Still feeling a bit off from the effects of the motion sickness weighing heavily on his senses, Zeln slowly but surely began making his way through the countless hallways and staircases that would take him to the upper decks of the S.S Anne. He figured he could use the fresh air, a bit of sunlight, and perhaps with a bit of luck he’d be able to strike up a conversation with someone who’d keep his mind occupied enough for him to forget that he wasn’t feeling 100%. In the meantime, he was stuck dragging himself through the ships hallways like a lost ghoul seeking out prey, and while the lack of people made his journey easier... the absence of people scampering back to their rooms to get their stuff meant that landfall could still be a fair while away yet.&nbsp; <br><br>After what seemingly felt like an eternity or two of endless solitude and suffering, the dark haired youth finally managed to reach his destination. And while he initially couldn’t help but grimace at the cold sea breeze lashing him across the face and ruffling his hair, it was still a welcome change to the stagnant air of his cabin, or the not-so-cramped, but nevertheless confined hallways Zeln had just dragged himself through. Not wanting to make a fool of himself, Zeln had figured retreating to his cabin earlier had been a smart move... but after feeling the warmth of the sun’s rays prickling gently at his skin he quickly realized he’d made a mistake. He would have been much better off lounging around up here in the open air. Sure the constant bustle of people could have been irritating, but with any luck he might have been able to attract the attention of some pretty girls that lovingly nurse him back to health. He realized it was a pretty sleazy thought, but truth be told he wouldn’t have complained even if the girl was pretty average. Sure, Zeln had his preferences... but even the hairy old sailor standing in the corner with his arms folded was better company than a irritably sullen Sandshrew fretting over the ship sinking. <br><br>With two of his three objectives fulfilled, Zeln began casting his eyes around to make it a perfect three out of three. With so many people excitedly chattering away around him, there had to be a conversation or two he could casually slip himself into. But as always stuff like that was a lot easier said than done. Friendlessly making his way past a few clusters of people, Zeln quietly made a silent ultimatum to himself, promising himself that he’d strike up a conversation with the next person he came across... but the moment he laid eyes on the cheerful brunette introducing herself to someone as ‘Selena’ Zeln couldn’t help but notice his heart skip a beat. She was beautiful! Easily gorgeous enough to be the cover girl for any dirty magazine. Though he’d never say that to her directly... a past altercation with one of his former colleagues had taught him that girls didn’t find those choice words to be all that flattering. And even had Zeln wanted to talk to her, his mind warily told him to back off the moment he saw Daiki making an advance on the girl. His insinuation that Selena was here for sightseeing coming across to Zeln as a flirty attempt to show her around. <br><br>No, this was definitely an interaction that was better off avoided. Zeln told himself he wasn’t chickening out, he was just being wise and avoiding conflict. Conflict usually resulted in the authorities turning up, and while Zeln’s grandfather had assured him that his ticket to board the S.S Anne was genuine.. Zeln knew it was code for “No one will notice.” To be fair, he’d been allowed on board without a hitch... but that could change if he got caught up in a brawl and people looked carefully at the ticket, or heaven forbid his background. Realizing that he’d perhaps stared at the couple for too long, Zeln quickly passed them by and broke his short lived ultimatum. Excusing himself by telling himself that there was a difference between commitment and suicide. <br><br>Scooting his way past a few more groups, Zeln’s gaze was ultimately caught by an unusual sight. Two blonde girls were sprawled out on the floor before him, and between them an energetic Mudkip that seemed to be proudly asserting it’s involvement in the scene. It wasn’t hard to figure out what had happened, but Zeln was more interested in taking the opportunity that had presented itself. <br><strong>“Do you two need a hand? Didn’t look too bad from where I was standing but you can never be sure”</strong> Zeln spoke up, confidently striding over and looming over Rivena for a split second or two, before squatting down to inspect the tablet she was preciously clutching to herself. <br><strong>”Not broken I hope? Those things are pretty expensive right?”</strong> Zeln quickly added, not really knowing much more about tablets than the fact that they were pricier than he could afford. No one else onboard the ship knew that though, and he wasn’t all too bad at feigning competence. <br><strong>”Let me have a-”</strong> he started reaching a hand out for the tablet, only to be abruptly cut off as the ship suddenly took a violent sway forward. Causing Zeln’s hand to jerk unexpectedly forward, miss the tablet, and end up perfectly aligned to shove Rivena back onto the ground for the second time within moments. It wasn’t the first impression Zeln had hoped for, and unlike Daniel, Zeln didn’t have a cute Mudkip to blame it all on. God he hated ships. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>AribethAmkiir</strong> on <strong>18-04-2020, 23:59:00</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/6a/42/24/6a4224a0a2791b6b63e6186a00674ca0.png)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Selena Germain<br><strong>Location:</strong> Upper Deck of S.S. Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Daiki's Snorunt, (mention): Daniel<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Lost and Found<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Riolu/Ry, Shinx/Ion<br><div class="floatright">(http://)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcQpQPvwArfZz9RZcVaQRSSEa_6GL6hC6tOG-LW5OvDvDjEwVjBy&amp;usqp=CAU)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcSquOS4I4Qf-0uF1YpZ11eC5uwp-S4SczYl6a7ikqnocJXZu9pJ&amp;usqp=CAU)</div><br><br><br><br><hr><hr><hr>Daiki's hand was firm, and strong.&nbsp; It was a brief handshake, and then he was telling his Totodile to introduce itself. Selena squatted to bring herself closer to the Pokemon's height.&nbsp; It was a shy thing, but still cute.&nbsp; Ion, her Shinx, was already curiously moving forward eager to make a new friend.&nbsp; Ryu, on the other hand, was more inteterest to see where the Snorunt had gone and was bouncing about a foot in the air to see down Daiki's jacket.&nbsp; <br><br>Her Shinx poked its head around Daiki's legs and called to the Totodile, She?"<br><br>Selena watched carefully to make sure there wasn't going to be any conflict.&nbsp; Totodile seemed timid, and she didn't want Ion to act too aggressively while introducing itself.<br><br><strong>"Ryu, stop that and come say hi to Totodile,"</strong> she instructed the hyperactive Riolu, who immediately stopped jumping and leaned onto one foot to peer around Daiki's legs.<br><br>"Lu!" he said energetically and then returned to jumping, this time two feet into the air, in an attempt to spot Snorunt.<br><br>Keeping an eye on her Shinx, Selena looked up to Daiki, he loomed over her quite a bit more now, and responded with a soft scoff.&nbsp; <strong>"I'm here to challenge the Pokemon League.&nbsp; I'm sure there will be a lot of sight-seeing to do, but that'll just be a pleasant happenstance."</strong>&nbsp; She tilted her head to the side, and gave Daiki an expectant look.&nbsp; <strong>"You'll be challenging the League, too, right?"</strong><br><br>She'd learned from her years of watching Crasher Wake's Gym battles that you couldn't always judge a trainer by first impressions.&nbsp; However, Daiki was making her feel like he was overlooking her and didn't think she was much of an opponent or trainer.&nbsp; She took a quick glance at him again.&nbsp; She didn't see any other Pokeballs.&nbsp; Her team had the type advantages; though, she knew quite well that didn't guarantee a win.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>ZephySempai</strong> on <strong>20-04-2020, 21:38:32</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.ibb.co/wh5t6jP/c849f6ac779af3108869834d65ee17d8.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daiki Gorro<br><strong>Location:</strong> Upper Deck of S.S. Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Selena &amp; Her Team<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Teasing Selena<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Totodile &amp; Snorunt<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.ibb.co/jG3LXjd/0b058447222626a1455c737487f2154f59ed4214-hq.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.ibb.co/0XcDn9p/chibidex-158-totodile-by-seviyummy-dcasn6i-250t.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><br><br><br><br><br><hr><hr><hr><br>Amusement colored the youth’s face. A trainer was before him. One with pedestrian hopes and a commoner’s aspirations. Yet she faced him without regard for his dominating gravity. Insults and swears were usually thrown at this point: a weak man’s reaction to crumbling beneath his pressure. This one seemed to show promise, however. Skill perhaps? Or maybe she was too inept to recognize one’s intentions to crush another. <strong><em>“Challenge?”</em></strong> Daiki tasted the word against his tongue. He reminisced of his innocent youth: back when the world was filled with high seas and childish dreams. How she treated him to such memories. <strong>“How many others do you think are here to <em>challenge</em> the League?”</strong> Daiki’s eyes passed her over. They looked above every other shadow of man, woman &amp; child in his presence. <strong>“Winner’s don’t <em>challenge</em>.”</strong> His words were hungry: A Houndoom standing upon the neck of a Growlith. <strong>“We dominate.”</strong><br><br>A playful smirk then spread across his young face. <strong>“But I guess there’s no harm in enjoying the sights. A pleasant happenstance, right?”</strong> Daiki’s teasing eyes fell back upon the girl. He looked her over once more.&nbsp; An interest glinted across his golden iris.<br><br>A grumble sounded. Churning, pained. A familiar sound known to bring embarrassment to the one afflicted disarmed the trainer's gravity. The world paused.&nbsp; Daiki slowly lowered his gaze down by his leg. Totodile, known for his natural blue hue, was scribbled pink in his face. The sound returned from the pit of the Pokemon’s belly. It echoed against the empty chamber of Totodile’s gut. <strong>“Dile!”</strong> The Pokemon whined pitifully and pulled upon his trainer’s pant leg.<br><br>The wind seemed to be knocked from Daiki’s sails. All his dominance seemed to escape through a heavy sigh. His towering form knelt down to a position one would think beneath him. A brotherly smile crossed his face. He toothed the reptile with a gentle head pat. <strong>“Yeah, yeah, I’m hungry too, Totodile.”</strong> Snorunt felt the shift in atmosphere and stirred beneath his trainer’s headphones. Though he yawned, tired eyes clung to the comfort of his warm nap. <strong>“We’ll be docking soon. How ‘bout we find somewhere to eat, first?”</strong><br><br><strong>“Toto to!”</strong> The crock sang happily at the mention of food.<br><br>A rare, caring smile, flashed across the trainer’s face. It was quickly hidden away. He rose back to his full height. It seemed the girl, Selena, was still here. A moment passed. Daiki processed each word before forming his sentence. <strong>“You should join us.”</strong> His teasing nature returned with a playful wink. <strong>“You look like the type that gets lost easily.”</strong><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>AribethAmkiir</strong> on <strong>21-04-2020, 08:03:01</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/6a/42/24/6a4224a0a2791b6b63e6186a00674ca0.png)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Selena Germain<br><strong>Location:</strong> Upper Deck of S.S. Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Daiki's Snorunt, (mention): Daniel<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Lost and Found<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Riolu/Ry, Shinx/Ion<br><div class="floatright">(http://)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcQpQPvwArfZz9RZcVaQRSSEa_6GL6hC6tOG-LW5OvDvDjEwVjBy&amp;usqp=CAU)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcSquOS4I4Qf-0uF1YpZ11eC5uwp-S4SczYl6a7ikqnocJXZu9pJ&amp;usqp=CAU)</div><br><br><br><br><hr><hr><hr>Selena looked about the people on the decks and shrugged as she rose from her crouch.&nbsp; <strong>"I'd guess most, if not all, of the trainers here.&nbsp; Probably some of the breeders and researchers too.&nbsp; I'm sure some of them just want to catch some rare Pokemon, but a brand new, untested League.&nbsp; I bet it will bring out every trainer with a two-bit dream."</strong>&nbsp; Was she talking about herself?&nbsp; She hoped not.<br><br>She chuckled when he said winners don't challenge.&nbsp; <strong>"Wow, I like that.&nbsp; So much confidence."</strong>&nbsp; Her smile was wide and friendly.&nbsp; She honestly wasn't making fun of him.&nbsp; <strong>"Do you mind if I use it?"</strong><br><br>Before he could respond, his Totodile made a growling sound which caught Daiki's attention.&nbsp; <strong>"You know I think the cafeteria is still serving until we disbark.&nbsp; If we hurry, we can get one more fancy meal, or just a good meal before we're cooking over campfires every night."</strong><br><br>She raised an eyebrow to his last question.&nbsp; Maybe he didn't know where the cafe was, or maybe he was just trying to be thoughtful.&nbsp; She had gotten a little lost that first day.&nbsp; This was day three; though, so, of course she knew her way.&nbsp; Ehhh.&nbsp; It didn't matter.&nbsp; Getting some food was a pretty good idea.<br><br><strong>"Lead the way, Mr. Navigator."</strong>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Aethyrium</strong> on <strong>22-04-2020, 17:31:47</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://imgur.com/YWgypHx.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Rivena Fern (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=318810.msg15355804#msg15355804)<br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> n/a<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> n/a | Elekid (Zip), Sneasel (Nyx)<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/qhaKUWB.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://imgur.com/lLK9TrN.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://imgur.com/cmCG2pW.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr>Rivena’s attention was stolen from Daniel when Zeln entered and offered his hand. It was a nice gesture that she had been entirely willing to accept. “<strong>Nothing permanent.</strong>” She replied, offering a bright smile up to their would-be rescuer. “<strong>Oh it’s alright, thankfully. It is-</strong>” She continued as she watched the hand she thought had been meant for her go for her tablet. There was a brief flicker of confusion, that was only compounded when the ship rocked violently and Zeln ended up shoving her back onto the ground. Once again the smallest of yelps slipped past her lips. What in the world was going on? She just wanted to be on her feet again!<br><br>“<strong>Oof!</strong>” She grunted. “<strong>What was that?</strong>” She questioned, turning her head to see that the ship had… picked up speed? Shouldn’t they be slowing down as they headed into the harbor? That didn’t seem right. Rivena, more curious about the situation than upset about Zeln’s mishap, quickly scrambled to her feet. “<strong>I don’t think we’re supposed to be speeding up…</strong>” She trailed off, flipping open her satchel and depositing her tablet back inside its designated pocket - flashing her pokeballs in the process. She looked around, watching everyone else recovering from the sudden jolt. She gripped the railing tight and looked back to Zeln and Daniel, “<strong>Think we should be worried?</strong>”<br>
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