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				Title: <strong>Pokémon Light and Shadow: closed</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>16-09-2017, 09:19:14</strong>
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				<span style="font-size: 16pt;" class="bbc_size">【⊚】 Info Thread 【⊚】 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=275087.0)<br>【⊚】 OOC Thread 【⊚】 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=275089.0)</span><br><span style="font-size: 16pt;" class="bbc_size">【⊚】 Interest Thread 【⊚】 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=274704.0)<br><br></span><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>
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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>16-09-2017, 09:19:31</strong>
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				<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<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
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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>16-09-2017, 17:20:03</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 hights, 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>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>16-09-2017, 18:27:58</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne: First class cabin<br><strong>With:</strong> Pokemon <br><strong>Notes:</strong> Door is wide open<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>An expensive suit. A dapper haircut. Even a golden pocket watch. Carter groaned and messed his hair up into a more chaotic frazzle. He loosened the red tie that choked his neck half the time and looked in the mirror with an annoyed glare. A soft cooing noise came from below him as a small, pink puffed buneary rubbed against his leg. He would sigh deeply and kneel down to pet the soft creature, "Don't worry, Nemu. Once we're on land I'm gonna ditch all of this stuff and we're gonna be on our adventure proper." He smiled and even kissed the little rabbit's head before lifting her up. The rabbit would hop onto the man's shoulder and perched there, having a hard time getting comfortable or even getting a grip on the finer material of the suit. <br><br>Carter turned and sighed, going over to the large, ornate bed he'd been sleeping on, leaving it a colossal mess with blankets and pillows scattered across the room. An abra would be curled up on one of the bigger pillows, sleeping as they often did. "Heh, at least someone's enjoying all of this luxury." He said, reaching over and scratching one of the creature's ears gently. Nemu would start running about the bed when Carter laid down, his knees bent and feet on the ground as he looked up at the ceiling, "I can't believe I'm gonna be able to be a proper trainer soon! I can finally get the both of you some friends; You can finally get some real fighting experience, Nemu." He grinned and gently poked the rabbit's nose, who bounced in excitement.<br><br>He would rise from the bed and take out a pokeball, "alright, Mayuri, you're going in here cause Nemu and I are gonna walk around, ya lazy little thing." The abra would disappear into the pokeball and the buneary would perch on her trainer's shoulder once more. Carter would walk out, his polished, black shoes making a soft noise of impact on the fine, red carpet. "If every carpet is red... Does it still make people feel important?" He asked the rabbit who's nose just twitched in response, "Yeah, they probably do." Carter would start wandering around the boat, deciding to head up to the main deck to watch their landing if nothing got in his way.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>18-09-2017, 18:52:52</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne front deck <br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel (briefly) -&gt; no one<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>As Daniel carelessly skipped down the hall without much regard for where she was going, she almost found herself colliding with another passenger. Though thankfully that person was a bit more attentive, as she would suddenly feel a slender yet strong hand wrap around her midriff and spin around with her lightly, safely averting the crash, "Careful mademoiselle" a light voice with a thick Kalosian accent cooed, revealed to belong to a rather beautiful girl of...Alolan decent? The accent definitely didn't seem to fit the face at first glance, "wouldn't want to fall and hurt yourself this close to the journey's beginning no? I don't think anyone would want to see something so tragic" he playfully teased, giving the girl a small wink before spinning on his heel and making his way down the hall once more, seemingly leaving the brief encounter to that for the time being, just two ships passing in the night. <br><br>His near collision with the girl briefly forgotten Naozumi let out an excited gasp as he stepped out onto the front deck and was greeted by the sight of the Arcaian coast line. It was just so beautiful! So new! There were probably less than 10,000 people who had ever been treated to this sight before, and now he was one of them! Excited the beautiful boy ran up to the railing and began snapping off pictures, wanting to have a bunch of different angles of the sea port to send back home, and perhaps a few to pad out his new "portfolio". He had been mistaken for a professional photographer by some magazine editor on the ship and was being offered a freelance job capturing the "spirit of Arcaia"...whatever that meant. It would be good money regardless and he had to admit he somewhat naughtily jumped at the offer, despite not actually being any kind of real photographer, but honestly how hard could it be!?<br><br>"Oh man you guys gotta see this, come on out!" Nao exclaimed, tossing his pokeballs up in the air and releasing his companions, a Mime Jr. and an Alolan Vulplix, it's snow white coat a beautiful contrast to the usual dusty red, "Pagliacci, Snowball, isn't this view amazing?" Nao cooed, Snowball hopping up on the railing and yipping in agreement as it took in the sight, meanwhile Pagliacci was busy mimicking Naozumi as he kept snapping off pictures, holding an imaginary camera and taking photos of his own, "Oh yeah, we should get a selfie to to commemorate this!" Nao chimed, tossing the camera up in the air and scooping his two pokemon up into his arms, without even needing a cue Pagliacci stuck his hand out and caught the camera with his psychic powers, levitating it out a few feet away from them and snapping the picture of the two huddled together with the glittering sea and bustling port town in the background. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>18-09-2017, 20:50:32</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne front deck <br><strong>With:</strong> Open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>Althea had gotten up early, now that the journey was close to over, all to make sure she was ready to leave as soon as they reached land. <br>And, of course, that had turned out to be a terrible idea as they had started to get close to Arcaia and she had drifted off to sleep as she sat waiting for their arrival, her blonde hair having turned into its usual mess while she slept, her jacket used as a pillow and one shoulder of her light top having fallen down her arm a bit to show a thin pink strap over her shoulder. <br>Not to mention the somewhat odd way she cuddled what appeared to be one of the early, rough guidebooks that had recently been written about Arcaia. <br><br>While the short, slender woman might have looked vulnerable if she were on her own, that was far from the case. As Naozumi arrived, the seven foot tall Kangaskhan that stood protectively by the dozing woman gave him a brief glance as did the Ekans on her stomach, although the latter was far less interested in the newcomer than in its attempt to worm into its apprent trainer's arms beside the book.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>19-09-2017, 11:00:03</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne Dining Hall -&gt; SS Anne Deck -&gt; Disembarking<br><strong>With:</strong> None atm<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Not wearing his lucky charm right now<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>The ship ride has never ceased to be an uncomfortable event Graham. Too many memories from years before&nbsp; on an earlier cruise that had been attacked and eventually sunk off the coast of unknown territory to him at the time. Thankfully enough this ride had gone off without a hitch, breathing his last few sighs of relief before the realization that he had yet to grab extra food for the trip ahead dawned on him...<br>&nbsp;After all, it wasn't just his mouth he had to feed. A reminder that came to him once he felt what seemed like a hand grab onto his his shoulder... Except it wasn't. Attached to the limb was one of his two pokemon,<br>&nbsp;the Aipom enjoying hanging from her trainer's backpack while he walked along. Though she was trying to get his attention presently, noticing the ship was beginning to dock and he wasn't where everyone else was.<br><br>"Yeah, yeah, I know we're almost there! I just want to get a little more food for the trip." Graham grimaced, making his way into the Dining Hall where a few other passengers were either finishing up with their dining, or had been stricken with his idea to take some extra food for the trip. The table that caught his eye most was one that offered cans of PokeSnacks in several flavors, with tastes ranging the spicy and sweet spectrums. Snagging a couple for his Pokemon, and a few minor snacks for himself, he slipped them all into his backpack before nodding in approval. Shouldering the pack, he made his way out of the hall and through the corridors before moving to the outer deck of the ship. From here, he could get a better look at Landing Port... Which, while oddly named, still managed to remind him of home. At least what he remembered of it anyway. Castelia City and Landing Port definitely had their similarities, from having a seaside port to sprawling skyscrapers further in. Were it not for his extended stay in the Orre Region, he would have felt like this place was home away from home... However, the taste of advanced civilization truly did beat out the often times bleak and underdeveloped appearance of Orre. Casting a look around the rest of the deck, he could see a fair bit of merriment, from people hurrying to get off the ship, to one snapping selfies in the most creative way he'd ever seen. Then there were those that managed to sleep a good part of the trip away, and still appeared to be sleeping even now.<br><br>"Heh... Guess I forgot what having fun looks like." He rubbed the back of his head, before watching as the ramp lowered, allowing people to disembark from the ship. He was in a new region now... There was going to be plenty of time for him to discover his own brand of fun, but first things were first: He needed to get his ID registered for use in the Arcaia Region, and then make contact with the folks back at HQ to let him know he'd arrived to begin his investigation. It still felt weird working for 'them' like that, but it definitely beat time behind bars, that was for sure. To his side, the Aipom moved, grinning wide with anticipation at what this new region would bring all of them... Them, and the Snivy currently resting in his Pokeball. The poor little guy didn't like ship rides either, but for entirely different reasons. His partner would feel better with a little rest, but there were definitely other thoughts occupying the trainer's mind. "First things first, I really need a map of this place..." He grimaced as he stepped upon the dock, realizing just how truly large Landing Port was now that he was no longer out at sea.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>19-09-2017, 21:50:55</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne----&gt; Clothing store<br><strong>With:</strong> Pokemon <br><strong>Notes:</strong> Changing and getting comfy<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter's blonde locks had just gotten the rays of the sun for the first time that day when the ship finally came to a stop, docking at the pier to the welcomed visage of a busy port town. He went up to the railing, Nemu jumping from one of his shoulders to the other, her nose twitching in excitement. "We're finally here." He said with a soft smile crossing his lips, his eyes falling on what would be his truest salvation. He could even see a clothing store from the deck. All of the people currently walking about or talking on the ship would see a young man in an incredibly wealthy looking suit bolt across the deck of the SS Anne with a pink buneary on his shoulders, rushing towards the bridge. <br><br>He'd run passed a guarding kangaskhan that seemed to eye him up, the sight of it normally would've been a distraction but his excitement just wasn't shrinking. He'd actually have to side step by an Aipom that he almost bumped into, waving worriedly to the trainer beside it, "I'm sorry!" He called before bolting off once more. Truly someone could be suspicious that he was running with someone in pursuit yet none would come.<br><br>"WOOOHOOO!!!" His joy would echo through the air as he ran off into the town, his only bag wrapped over a shoulder and hung under his arm. "This is it, Nemu! We're finally here!" He said, the small buneary cheering along with him, though her cheer was a soft squeak. It was now that the running would catch up to the blonde youth, his suit sticking to his body in the heat and definitely not being something one could exercise in. "First things first... Let's ditch these." He would head over to a clothing shop as he drank in the surroundings. The city had many buildings already standing, of course, with some construction all along the way. He saw people walking with their pokemon through the streets, laughing, smiling, feeding them, everything that Carter had always wanted for himself.<br><br>He ducked into the clothing store and immediately started picking things up, grabbing a grey top with a checkered jacket, a matching beany, some black jeans, and made sure to grab some shoes one could actually run in. It felt good to strip away those fine clothes, toss that jacket top over a changing room door, and finally shed all of that in exchange for some actual freedom. "How do I look?" He asked the small rabbit who'd been sniffing away at the golden pocket watch he'd brought with him. The little creature would smile and nod, earning her an embrace by her trainer. "I'm an actual trainer now, Nemu." He said, stuffing the expensive clothes into his pack before he stepped out into the store once more, a different man to who'd entered.<br><br>It was only now that he noticed something eye catching, a young person, who he first thought was a girl. He looked over with a tilted head, the tanned skin making him immediately think of an Alolan person but the face, she had some kind of freckles under her eyes that immediately reminded him. He'd known a young boy from Alola some years prior, they'd been good friends; but it couldn't be him, this person was so feminine looking. Carter wasn't very good at talking to people, especially women, but Nemu finally made the call for him. He hadn't had Nemu when Naozumi and him had first met but the rabbit knew her trainer enough to get his thoughts to a degree. The buneary would rush over and bat her paw at the tanned boy's leg before pointing at Carter. He would blush immediately, "Ah! Nemu, no, bad." He said, rushing over and grabbing her up into his arms, "I'm sorry... She's uh... slippery..." He'd be staring at the ground, his pale cheeks a dull red color, "But... Uh... Well... Your name... It wouldn't be Naozumi... Would it? Naozumi Kahale?"
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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>19-09-2017, 21:53:48</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 started as she felt a hand touch her midriff. Her gaze snapped to attention and looked up at the...gorgeous woman who was holding her for just a moment. She cooed with such and exotic accent, and her darker complexion was captivating. Her mind sputtering for a moment Daniel found herself unable to form word for a moment. <strong>"I...er...uh..."</strong> she stammered as she blushes. It was two fold for both nearly crashing into the woman as well as finding her incredibly attractive. As she coolly walked off Daniel was left standing there stunned and embarrassed. <strong>"Yeah, t-thanks..."</strong> she said lamely as Naozumi headed back to the front of the ship. The ralts in her arms cooed and poked her trainer in the arm. The tiny pokémon had a slight grin as the fins on her head picked up on her trainer's sudden rush of emotions. Daniel scrunched her face up at the pokémon as it teased her. <strong>"Oh shut up you."</strong> she complained as she puffed her cheeks out a little. <strong>"What do you know?"</strong> <br><br>Before she could try and save face with her pokémon the announcement came over the cruise ship's speaker system announcing that the gang way was down and everyone could disembark. Jumping for joy on the spot the excitable trainer cheered. <strong>"We're here! We're finally here woo hoo!"</strong> Pumping her fist in the air Daniel then looked down to the mudkip also jumping for joy with her. <strong>"Come on Mudkip! Let's get going!"</strong> Once again throwing caution to the wind Daniel took off down the deck until she came to the gangway. Nearly crashing into much calmer passengers who were trying to get off she figured with excitement as she walked down in the crowd. <br><br>Once she was on the docks she had to look straight up to see the tops of a few of the sky scrapers. Daniel had never been to such a big city, always copped up on her island home. <strong>"Woooow!"</strong> she exclaimed rather loudly as she took in her new surroundings. This place was incredible! She wondered for just a moment how she would find where she needed to go in this massive city, but her wonder outweighed her worry at the moment. This was it, her very own pokémon journey was about to begin. Ralts kicked her feet happily as she sensed her trainers excitement, the young girl squeezing her a little tighter as she held her. And Mudkip continued hopping around his trainers feet, just as excited to be on this adventure. Reaching down to pick up Mudkip the water pokémon hopped from Daniel's arm, to her shoulder, and finally up on top of her head. <strong>"Mudkip!"</strong> the little guy yelled, pointing one of his legs forward. Daniel nodded as she pumped her arm in the air. <strong>"Yeah! Look out Arcaia! Here we come!"</strong> the girl then turned sharply to run down the dock and slammed right into a man with teal hair and a red jacket. She fell backwards and curled up around the ralts in her arms to protect it. Mudkip somehow managed to cling to her bandana and remain on her head as she landed on her butt. <strong>"Ohmygosh! I am so sorry!"</strong> Daniel blurted out. <em>"Come on girl! That's the second time today!"</em> she scolded herself in her head. This was already tiring out to be an... interesting adventure.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>20-09-2017, 01:12:09</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne Dining Hall -&gt; SS Anne Deck -&gt; Disembarking<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Open (Carter mentioned)<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Not wearing his lucky charm right now<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>The rush to get off the ship was mostly uneventful, save for someone wanting to get off the boat faster than anyone else. Nearly walking into people, he seemed to sidestep everyone as well as his Aipom, before letting out an unashamed cheer of victory like he'd achieved something. Graham could only look on with a sigh, raising a hand to scoop up his Aipom and keep her on his shoulder. "I know I wanna get off the ship as much as the next person, but come on..." He mumbled quietly... Though the guy's enthusiasm was well deserved, given he sounded like this was his first time here as much as Graham's own. Maybe he was being just a little uptight right now... He was still young, he could definitely enjoy life m-<br><br>"Oof!" He winced as someone else barreled into him, jolting the Aipom from his shoulders and causing her to tumble off, using her tail to grab onto the back of Graham's neck and swing herself over to his other shoulder, complete with an overdramatic pose. Graham on the other hand, had no dramatic pose as he placed his other foot infront of himself to keep from falling over, before he stood upright and turned. He had been about to grumble and snap at the person that barreled into him, but... She was pretty cute, wasn't she? He folded his arms and considered how to proceed. <em>'Sometimes you go looking for the fun, sometimes the fun finds you, I guess.'</em><br><br>"I know we're all in a hurry to get off the boat, but you gotta be careful you don't go throwing anyone else overboard in the process." Graham remarked, reaching down to offer the girl a hand. Much like him, she seemed to have a Pokemon... but unlike him, she had two: One a Mudkip, and the other a Ralts. It seemed alot of people had let many of their Pokemon out during the voyage.&nbsp; "Seems like you're trying to get somewhere in a hurry. You wouldn't happen to know the way around, would you? My first time here, so... Oh, crap, my manners. Name's Graham, and this is my Aipom." He grinned, gesturing to the monkey Pokemon that was currently bowing from his shoulder, while waving her tail hand at Daniel.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>20-09-2017, 03:50:16</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne front deck &gt; Disembarking<br><strong>With:</strong> Open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>While she could have quite easily and happily slept on for quite some time, sadly the noise as everyone else on the boat ran into each other on their way onto land was enough to wake the sleeping blonde. Nobody had directly disturbed her, probably thanks to the protective Kangaskhan that stood over her, but the noise alone was more than enough. <br><br>With a deep yawn and a stretch that emphasized just how unblessed she was in the chest department, Althea absently scratched at her inner thigh for a few moments before she remembered she was in public and stopped. Her belongings had already been gathered up ready to go, so it was simply a matter of adjusting her clothing so that her shoulders were both covered again, at least for the immediate moment, and collecting her Pokemon. <br>The Ekans had gotten into her jacket and coiled loosely around her neck and shoulders, conveniently out of the way, but the Kangaskhan ... Althea considered it for a moment before shrugging and letting Brigid lead the way onto shore. <br>As short as the blonde was, people tended to either not notice she was stood there or didn't seem to care too much. The big, if young, Kangaskhan, on the other hand, would keep the bumping to a minimum, hopefully.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>20-09-2017, 07:27:38</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> SS Anne front deck -&gt; clothing store<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Naozumi chuckled a bit when he spotted the blonde girl basking away in the sun, seemingly not a care in the world despite the ship's fast approaching arrival to their destination. He briefly considered going over and waking her to make sure she didn't miss the landing, though the imposing statue of her big momma bodyguard ensured that the thought was just that...brief, "Oh my, I wonder if either of you will grow up to be that big and scary one day" the boy mused, glancing at his own companions. Seeing how cute and tiny they were now he couldn't imagine it, and even when they would eventually evolve he wouldn't necessarily describe a Mr. Mime or a Ninetails as "intimidating". However these thoughts were quickly shirked aside when the announcement came over the speakers, "come on, the ship's coming in! We don't want to get caught up in the pile up!" he exclaimed, returning both of his pokemon to their respective pokeballs before taking off towards the landing deck of the ship. <br><br>Luck being on his side he managed to slip off the ship before the majority of the other passengers came rushing out, allowing him to avoid any major collisions or traffic, and with a quick hop, skip, and a jump he was clear of the docks and ready to explore the city proper, "Oh wow, so amazing! All the convenience and luxury of a full city, but it feels like it has a bit of that frontier wildness to it" the boy chimed, snapping off pictures all as he went, "I wonder what I should do first...hmmm, well I suppose getting registered would be the most responsib-kyaaa! Oh my that outfit is so beautiful! Where did she get that? Oh and that one too, everyone's clothes are so stylish!" the boy squealed, trainer duties briefly forgotten as he found himself ogling all the unique fashions on display, no doubt a result of so many different regions coming to clash and mix together in one area. With that it was decided, he would go and get himself and his team registered....after a little bit of shopping... <br><br><div align="center"><em>A short while later</em></div><br>"What do you think about this top? Is it too baggy? Yeah I guess something more slimming would be nice, but I don't want to show off my chest too much..." the boy mused, snap cut to him comparing outfits in the mirror casually switching between a tube top and a dratini blue sundress. Snow Ball was casually watching her trainer as he flitted about trying different looks, while Pagliacci was busy emulating each pose and twirl Nao made as he checked himself out in the mirror, "Hmm, maybe some different pants? These shorts are super comfy but..." butt indeed, now that he was actually looking at it the way his shorts rode up so high and hugged his bubbly butt was down right scandalous, causing the boy to blush when he remembered that many people would probably mistake him for a girl and think he was being promiscuous (granted with an ass like his showing it off was a bit promiscuous regardless of whether he was a girl or not). <br><br>He was just about to go off to find something new to replace them (perhaps a pair of yoga pants, they didn't show off the ass too much right?, when suddenly a wild Buneary appeared! Well, perhaps not so wild, judging by the way it acted "Oh, hello little cutey" Nao cooed, crouching down closer to the pokemon's level and giving it a friendly smile. He cocked his head to the side in confusion however, when the little rabbit pointed off down the aisle, though before he could ask what it wanted a boy, presumably it's trainer, came running up to them, "Oh don't worry monsieur, she wasn't doing anything bad" he chimed as the boy immediately began chiding his pokemon. He looked up at the boy curiously, though it wasn't until he picked up on his Kalosian accent that his interest was really piqued. It was a fellow countryman! How exciting to run into them so quickly after arriving. However his real surprise came when the seemingly shy boy suddenly stammered out Nao's name, "Huh? Yes that is my name, how did you..." Nao trailed off as he rose back to his feet, only to gasp as he took a closer look at the boy's face, "...Oh my...Carter? Carter Kingston? Is that really you!?" Nao exclaimed. While his own transformation had been rather...extreme, Carter resembled his old self to a T, just a tad older, so he recognized him almost immediately, and as the flood of childhood memories came rushing back Nao suddenly threw himself at Carter without any hesitation "In Arceus's name!" he exclaimed as he hugged around the other boy's neck and practically swung around him, "I didn't think I'd ever run into you again, let alone in a place like this! It's so good to see you again!" he cooed, hugging tight to his childhood companion, not realizing how much his new feminine appearance might make the embrace a bit more awkward for him, "How long have you been here? I just arrived on a ship not ten minutes ago, what are the odds that we'd run into each other so quickly?" he questioned, not realizing that they had been on the exact same ship for the entire trip over. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>20-09-2017, 08:12:44</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong>Clothing store<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Turning beet red<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter raised his head just a bit, revealing just how red he'd gotten from talking to this pretty girl. Or, that's what he thought Naozumi was at the time. When the realization suddenly hit him, however, the trainer would smile, the blush fading ever so slightly. It, unfortunately, came back immediately when he was embraced and the pretty boy swung and twirled around him. He remembered Nao so very differently to what he was currently seeing. "I can't believe it's really you!" He said, pale cheeks maintaining a flared red despite a smile now decorating his face. Nao would have a small surprise as well, Carter had never been allowed to wear such casual clothes like this, even as a child in his own home. He'd always been expected to wear something akin to dress that could be appropriate in front of royalty, now he was wearing the normal clothes of a common man.<br><br>It would take him a few moments but Carter would return the hug, embracing his old friend as he slowly got more comfortable to the situation. His buneary, meanwhile, was getting acquainted with Nao's pokemon, going over to sniff at the vulpix and curiously poking its tails. <br><br>"I... I don't want to sound rude but... I really thought you were a girl when Nemu ran up to you. You look... So different... You're pretty now." He finally said before his eyes widened and he covered his mouth, "I mean... I... You're.... Pretty... Pretty cute... You're... Uh..." He would stammer and pull his beany down a bit, covering his eyes. This sort of behavior wouldn't be too new, Nao would be able to remember him fumbling his words horribly with almost everyone he met but, mostly, recall just how flustered he got whenever a girl approached the two of them; even at the young age Carter had no idea how to speak when presented with the opposite sex.<br><br>"I was on the boat too!" He said in a sudden surprise, "We must have been sailing together without even realizing it, my parents made me stay in the first class cabins." He shrugged and looked down at his clothes, "But I'm here to get about on my own, I'm finally away from them for the first time in my life." Nemu would jump up between the two trainers, clinging to her trainer's jacket, "Oh! This is Nemu, she's my buneary." He said with a proud smile, "Are those two yours?" He would kneel down and offer a hand to the Vulpix and Mime Jr. respectfully. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>22-09-2017, 20:02:11</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> clothing store<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Naozumi smiled as Carter returned the hug, the two tightly embracing, Nao's soft and slender form only further hammering in how girlish he had become. If he hadn't known better it would feel just like embracing a beautiful woman, and of course the other customers who saw the little display assumed just as much, a few even murmuring amongst themselves about the cute couple and their seeming public display of affection,"Can't believe it doesn't cover it, I would never have imagined running into you hear of all places" &nbsp;he cooed, finally releasing the hug and skipping back. <br><br>When Carter awkwardly pointed out Nao's drastic shift in appearance the boy simply let out a giggle, especially seeing how flustered and embarrassed Carter was getting. It was true, while Nao had always been a cute kid, and he never cut his hair so it had been on the longer side even when he was hanging out with Carter regularly, he hadn't been anywhere near as feminine as he was now, "So I take it you like the new look right?" Nao chuckled, doing a slow twirl so that Carter could get a glimpse from every angle. He knew Carter was pretty shy around pretty girls, though he never thought he'd BE said pretty girl, he had to admit seeing his old friend's reactions were pretty fun, "When I started my pokemon journey back in Kalos I ended up discovering some things about myself, it's kind of a crazy story, I'll have to tell you sometime" he cooed, though intentionally left it vague for the time being. <br><br>Meanwhile when Nemu went in to inspect Nao's vulpix, the elegant looking fox quickly turned and swatted at the bunny with her tails, apparently not taking kindly to the prodding touches to it's fur, "Vul vul..." Snowball scoffed, apparently not impressed by the frumpy bunny. Pagliacci on the other hand was much more receptive of the new arrival, hopping over to greet the fluffy pokemon with a friendly wave "Mi mime!" he exclaimed, standing across from Nemu and instinctively starting to mirror all her movements, even going so far as to use his arms to imitate the rabbit's floppy ears. <br><br>When Carter revealed he had been on the boat it was Nao's turn to go wide eyed with shock, "No way!" he exclaimed, seeming to have had his mind blown, "That's crazy, we were on the same boat the entire time and didn't run into each other once? What are the odds of that?...heh, I guess that ship really is bigger on the inside than it looks on the outside" he mused. His gaze shifted down to Carter's clothes when he brought up his parents and striking out on his own, "Y'know I was gonna bring that up actually, I don't think I've ever seen you wear anything like that before, it looks nice! It must be a heck of a lot more comfortable than wearing a stuffy suit all the time" he mused, circling around and appraising his outfit from every angle, Mime Jr. jumping in to mirror Nao's inquisitive stance, "Hmm, not bad at all. You've officially cleared the first step of independence, being able to dress yourself!" the boy teased, flashing a cheeky grin and a thumbs up. <br><br>"Oh wow she's so cute, and is she shiny as well? Wow that's so rare..." Nao muttered as he smiled down at Carter's pokemon, though he wasn't surprised the wealthy boy managed to acquire such a rare find, "and yeah these are my two partners in crime. This one is Snowball, you might remember her from back when we hung out, I brought her over a few times" he said, though Carter's parents quickly put a stop to that, lest the boy end up tempted to become a pokemon trainer, real successful strategy that was. Unlike with Nemu, Snowball was perfectly friendly with Carter, able to recognize his scent even after all this time, "and this scamp right here is Pagliacci, he's the first pokemon I actually managed to catch by myself" he explained, Snowball having been a gift from his relatives back over in Alola, "Hey! since we're both starting off on new journeys here, why don't we all get a picture to commemorate it?" &nbsp;Nao said, taking advantage of Carter being slouched over to suddenly slide in and throw an arm over his shoulder, ushering for their pokemon to huddle in front of them while Pagliacci again levitated the camera to get them all in the shot together, "Say combee!"
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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>22-09-2017, 20:35:57</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Docks<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham and Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> New pokémon, new people, how exciting!<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 reached up one hand to accept Graham's in helping her up, while her other hand continued holding onto ralts. She laughed nervously at the man's comment as she rubbed the back of her head, trying to hide her embarrassment. <strong>"Yeah, that would put a damper on the adventure huh?"</strong> Getting a good look at the man she had almost taken out she noticed the fashion of his clothes seemed different, from a region she hadn't really seen people from before. As he introduced himself and his pokémon Daniel smiled and waved back at the purple monkey. <strong>"Cool. I've never seen an aipom before! It's nice to meet you two. My name's Daniel. This is Ralts, and this little guy up here is Mudkip."</strong> As she spoke she gestured to her pokémon. Ralts gave a small little wave, and Mudkip grinned broadly and let out a little yip as a greeting. <strong>"And as for directions, I'm afraid I'm as lost as you are. This is my first time out of my home town, let alone in a different region. But isn't that half the fun of this place?! A new uncharted territory! Arcaia, the new frontier!"</strong> Daniel's voice grew louder and more excited as she spoke. By the end she was nearly jumping for joy. Arcaia was a land of discovery, a land of new possibilities, and Daniel planned on seizing this opportunity. <strong>"I think our first stop is supposed to be some local pokémon professor to get registered for the Arcaia league. Her name is...Poplar?...Plymouth?...Pinecone? I don't remember, some kind of tree. Seems to be a theme, or some sort of weird requirement to become a professor."</strong> Daniel got lost in her train of thought for a moment before shaking her head and coming back to the moment. <strong>"Anyway, no idea where she is, but maybe we can find someone who does know."</strong><br><br>Turning to lead the way down the docks and into the city proper Daniel caught sight of a humongous pokémon stepping off the SS Anne. <strong>"Woah! Is that a Kangaskhan?! I've never seen one of those before!"</strong> Daniel ran up to the behemoth and her trainer excitedly. <strong>"Wow! Is this your kangaskhan? I've heard they're super rare and hard to catch! Are you here for the new pokémon league too? Would you perhaps know where we need to go to get registered and meet the professor?"</strong> Daniel batted her eyes a little and tried to turn on the charm. Having cute pokémon could help too. The woman was holding a rather large book and had this smart look about her. Daniel was betting she knew something, surely more than her and Graham did, since they didn't really know anything.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>23-09-2017, 00:48:04</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Docks<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel and Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>"Hmm?" Althea, quite honestly, had not expected anyone to approach her. Part of that was due to the bulk of Brigid, of course, but for the most part she was still used to how it had been in the field, with no people around to try talking to her. Still, she was pretty sure that this girl had at least tried to charm her and while she was young, she didn't seem to be too much so. And that butt combined with tight spandex shorts certainly didn't hurt her attempt to get Althea's attention, even if the older woman had to make herself look up after a moment. Clearly, she had spent far too much time out on her own, even if she didn't regret it. <br><br>"The league?" She repeated, before she shook her messy head. "Not really. Brigid her is more of a da- a friend than a pokemon I'm training. I'm here to study rather than battle, but I think we're headed for the same place, anyway. Different reasons, but we both need to go see Professor Pine. If you need directions, you're welcome to come along with me." <br>Lamia then made herself known at that point, the Ekans' purple head poking out from the scruffy blonde hair around Althea's shoulders to peer curiously at Daniel and Graham.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>25-09-2017, 19:49:55</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong>Clothing store<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Calming down<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter would chuckle, the idea of their journey on the boat not seeing each other was certainly a strange one. "Well, I spent the majority of the time in my own cabin, trying to figure everything out and tending to Nemu. She was getting a bit of sea sickness the first couple days." He was calming down just a bit now, Nao's happy attitude had always been a good contrast to Carter's shyness. The blonde would chuckle at the teasing, "I know, right? Not a single butler helped me and no maids to say my clothes need ironing." He would adjust his jacket top, a sense of pride hitting him quite well as he raised his head a bit.<br><br>When Snowball came up to him he would kneel down, "Oh wow! Snowball, it's been such a long time." He smiled as the pokemon came up and seemed to recognize him petting her soft head very gently, "I remember when we ran around my house with you and you'd make our lemonade cold." He would chuckle and keep petting her as he looked to the Mime Jr.. "Oh wow! He's a psychic type, right?" He asked before grabbing out his pokeball, "I have a psychic as well." <br><br>A red light would shin out and an Abra would appear on the floor of the shop, seemingly sleeping in a sitting position. "This is Mayuri, I got him a bit after Nemu." He smiled, petting the little creature's head. Nemu would jump about Mayuri, poking his ears until the small creature stirred awake. It would look around before seeing Pagliacci and tilting its head to the side. Mayuri would float over to the creature and poke the ball on the top of it's head, seemingly curious about the small bauble.<br><br>"Yeah, Nemu's a shiny. My parents got her as a present but thought she was too much trouble, they gave her to me cause I wouldn't shut up about it." He chuckled and pet the rabbit affectionately, "They got me Mayuri a bit after as well... I haven't officially caught a pokemon all on my own as of yet, but I will." <br><br>When Nao embraced him Carter blushed once more but looked up at the camera, smiling weakly. "Combee." He said just before Nemu jumped onto his shoulder. The rabbit would be in good focus in the picture, but she'd have knocked Carter's head to the side a bit. In the corner the lot of them would see Mayuri still grasping Pagliacci's head bauble, seemingly enthralled by it. Carter would chuckle, "Were you going to go and see the pokemon professor around here as well? I think her name is Professor Pine. I'm hoping she'll give me a pokedex to get started proper." He would reach into his pocket and pull his wallet out, a small, luxurious looking pouch that Nao would be able to see as packed full of money, "I should go and buy some pokeballs too, and some other supplies, you wanna come with?" He asked, smiling.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>25-09-2017, 19:50:53</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Port Docks<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel and Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Not wearing his lucky charm right now<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>The girl... Definitely sounded like one that easily got swept up in the hype of a new day. Were he a more irritable man, perhaps it would have come off as annoying, but it was actually sort-of refreshing from the bleak and chaotic days he spent in Orre. At her glee of not having seen an Aipom before, the one on his shoulder could only help but grin wider at this, dancing a little jib with acrobatic grace while leaving her trainer to sigh. "Oh man, don't enable her, she just loves her little stunts inbetween showing how acrobatic she is." He quipped, raising a hand to caress the back of Aipom's, while the girl introduced herself as Daniel, and her two Pokemon. Mudkip he was aware of... As he understood, it was a Pokemon discovered in another region further off from the places he'd been. The Ralts was an unusual one though... Not a Pokemon he'd personally seen before. "They look like they're having as much fun as you are... Heh, anyone with Pokemon like that can't really be all that bad." His features softened just a little. being in a region where trainers of all makes and personalities were, he could tell a trainer's integrity by the disposition of their Pokemon. The happier they were and the more well-behaved they seem, the kinder the trainer was. That was his rationale, anyway.<br><br>Then, she admitted she was every bit out of her element as he was. Both from far off regions, and coming to Arcaia... Though where he saw difficulty and mild frustration, she saw adventure and excitement. "Well you're just a ray of Dazzling Gleam aren't you? Hah, it's kind of refreshing for me to see a trainer that outgoing!" He remarked, walking behind Daniel. A choice he felt was made wisely, as it afforded him chances to look down at how tightly her shorts hugged her curves. He grinned widely for a moment, raising a hand to his chin and nodding in approval. The Aipom seemed to mimic this, using her tail hand to her chin and nodding in approval. Clearly she knew a good girl when she saw one... For now, he took his eyes off the wonder moving before him as Daniel struggled to remember the Professor's name. [color=forestgreen"Well, you know more than I do at least, I just came here with little to no knowledge to, uh, relax and other things. Suppose i'll hang with you and try to find this Professor."[/color] Graham hummed, pocketing his hands. One of which that went to the Pokeball where Snivy was resting.<br><br>Their advance was halted, however, when Daniel turned and realized a somewhat large Pokemon was stepping off the boat... Kangaskhan? Oh right, the Parent Pokemon, he'd heard about these but rarely saw them in Orre. He approached Daniel slowly, realizing she was talking to... "Oh, hey, it's the Sleeping Beauty. I was afraid you were gonna miss your stop snoozing the afternoon away on the deck." Graham remarked, recalling seeing her dozing on the deck as they were disembarking. Perhaps someone had gone out of their way to wake her up. Now that he got a good look at her, she was definitely attractive in her own right. Her hair was blonde and messy, like a case of bedhead that somehow helped to make her seem hotter than usual. Definitely gave him the image of a nerdy girl with a wild side, but far be it from him to admit that openly right now. It also helped that this girl seemed to know the name of the Professor they needed to visit, a one Professor Pine? Guess Daniel wasn't kidding about Professors having some sort-of tree name theme... "Actually, yeah, the directions'd be great, thanks." He waved casually, once again taking the time to maneuver around a bit to get a better look at Althea's rear profile while Daniel hopefully kept her attention upfront.<br><br>The reveal of Lamia was definitely surprising, however, making him pause a bit, before smiling. "An Ekans, huh? Thanks for reminding me... Let's hope you're done being seasick." He mused, withdrawing the Ball from his pocket and letting it open up to reveal the form of Snivy. The grass snake wobbled just a bit, before realizing he was now on solid ground, sighing in relief. It looked around for a moment, catching sight of Graham and Aipom, before looking at Althea and the Ekans peeking out from her hair. Snivy itself surveyed the Ekans for a moment, before lifting one of its leafy hands and waving. "Yep, looks like you're doing better, aren't you? ... Alrighty, miss, feel free to lead the way." Graham smiled, raising his hands to the back of his head, stretching slightly.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>26-09-2017, 16:19:39</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> clothing store<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Naozumi chuckled a bit at the mention of maids and ironing, "Yeah I can tell, you could use a good ironing out wrinkle boy!" Nao teased, playfully slugging Carter in the arm, "Oh yeah we did do that didn't we? Heheh, fortunately Snowball's taken a couple of steps up from being a drink chiller in the meantime" Nao said, reaching into his bag and producing a sleek, stylish badge case, popping it open to reveal 3 badges from the Kalos region, "whattdya think? not too shabby huh? And I would have gotten them all if we hadn't heard of this new region and came running" he cooed proudly Snowball and Pagliacci raising up their own heads high with pride as well, "Looks like I'm gonna have a head start on you if you're thinking of challenging the pokemon league, just try not to get left in the dust!" Nao teased. <br><br>Once all the new introductions were over and they had gotten their photo taken, the new question was where to go from here, "Professor Pine huh? That's where we get registered right? Seems like a good first stop then..." Nao mused, before Pagliacci carried over the two outfits Nao had been fussing over before Carter made his appearance, "Oh yeah that's right, before we go I gotta pick out my new outfit, which one do you think looks better?" Nao asked, suddenly holding up the outfits in front of himself to kinda model them for Carter, still stuck between a blue sundress and a blouse with yoga pants, "I like the color on the dress, but these yoga pants might be better for long walks...though I'm not sure if they'll make my butt look too big or not...what do you think?" Nao asked, twirling around and showing off his backside as he draped the yoga pants over them, leaving the boy to only imagine what it would look like with the stretchy material actually drawn up over them, "heheh, y'know going by your reactions maybe I should just get both" he teased with a cheeky grin and a wink, all of Carter's blushiness not getting past him. <br><br>Ultimately he ended up deciding on both, waltzing out the store with a full shopping bag and slightly lighter wallet. Thank god he had gotten that photography job, otherwise money would have been a lot more of an issue. Thankfully he could afford to spend a little more than normal, "You seem to know the way buddy, so I'll let you take point" Nao said, motioning for Carter to lead on wards, "though this is seriously crazy right? I wouldn't have thought in a million years we'd be taking our pokemon journey together!" he cheered, happily hugging around the boy's arm as they walked, again making it look like they were a couple. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>26-09-2017, 18:44:19</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port: Near Professor Pine's Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham and Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <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 stared at the pokémon towering above her. She knew the creatures came in all shapes and sizes, but seeing them right before your eyes was still something that took the girl's breath away. And yet another Pokémon popped out to greet Daniel as an ekans suddenly appeared! Daniel reached out a hand to the purple snake to try and pet it, but quickly withdrew her hand as it snapped at her fingers. <strong>"Yipe! Guess he doesn't trusts strangers huh? And yeah we'd love to tag along. I knew her name was some kind of tree. It's the weirdest thing..."</strong> Daniel's train of thought wondered again for a moment before she brought herself back to the people in front of her. What snapped her out was Graham releasing his Snivy. The cute green pokémon was yet another Daniel had never seen before. She didn't even know what it was. So many pokémon were out there Daniel wondered if she'd ever get to see them all. Daniel squatted down and waved at the little snake not realizing the gesture was meant for someone else.&nbsp; She then rose back up and returned her attention to her two new acquaintances. <strong>"I'm glad we found someone who knows where to go. This place is soooo huge! You could get lost for who knows how long here?"</strong> she exclaimed just a little over excitedly as she turned and gestured towards the great sprawling city before them.<br><br>The city was an impressive site to see. Dozens of sky scrapers climbed towards the sky, blocking the view of the wilds beyond behind steel and glass. The architectural style was a hodge podge of designs from all the other regions. Kanto, Johto, Kalos, Alola, and more were meshed together in shops, apartments, and towering businesses. But towering above it all were two grand sites in and of themselves. A monolithic red tower over shadowed the rest of the city. The top of the sky scraper was made to look like a giant pokéball, with white and red tinted glass and a giant stylized P in red and gold where the button of the pokéball was. The glass allowed for those on the top floors to be able to look out across the the rest of Landing Port unobstructed. But off in the distance towered something even taller than this impressive tower. Mt. Deus, the great mountain in the heart of Arcaia stretched up beyond the clouds, a ring of fluffy white swirling around it as the top still climbed higher. It was said Mt. Deus could be seen no matter where you were in Arcaia. As the trio began to walk into the city proper Daniel couldn't help but ooh and ahh at all they passed. She spun a couple of times to take in all she could of Landing Port and the wonders it housed. <strong>"Kip kip mudkip kip!!"</strong> Mudkip yipped excitedly as he hopped off his trainers head and began to skip around her. <strong>"I know! This place is incredible!! So much to see! So many people and pokémon!"</strong>&nbsp; Daniel marveled for a moment more, then turned to face her companions with a sudden realization. <strong>"Oh my gosh! We never even introduced ourselves! I'm Daniel, and this is Mudkip and Ralts. We came all the way over from Hoenn. Where are you guys from?"</strong> Mudkip continued to hop around Daniel's feet, but Ralts gave another little wave as she still hung in her trainer's arms. As the three walked through the streets they began to approach a three story building with a dark green roof and a large pokéball symbol on the front of it. A large sign out front read 'Professor Pine's Lab'.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>26-09-2017, 20:31:22</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong>Clothing store<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Calming down<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter's eyes widened when he saw the badges Nao had, lifting himself from the ground. "Wow, Nao, you're so far ahead of me! I've never even battled before. Nemu and Mayuri have only ever trained with each other." He'd rub the back of his head and pet Nemu's head, "Nemu really has a fighting spirit in her, though." <br><br>Nemu would cuddle up on Carter's shoulder, looking like a pink ball of fluff at some angles. Mayuri would still be following Pagiacci wherever he went, grabbing at the bouncing ball on his head. Eventually Carter had to pull the Abra away so as not to annoy the small clown and, by extension, Nao.<br><br>"Yeah, we'll get registered with Professor Pine, maybe she can tell us some stuff about the region. Maybe we'll even run into some other new arrivals too." The blonde youth seemed very excited to begin this adventure and even more so now that Nao and his pokemon would be joining him, a turn of events that he'd truly never expected. When Nao started asking about outfits Carter's pale cheeks started flaring up once again, "You're... You... Your... bu- butt... Huh?" He asked, holding a pokeball tentatively in his hand before he recalled Mayuri into it. The youth's face would be completely red as Nao turned around and showed him what was, admittedly, the nicest butt he'd ever seen. The few words Carter was able to form melted off into just stammering jibberish as he stared down to the tan boy's behind, perhaps it was his turn to discover things about himself.<br><br>"B-b-b-both..." He finally conceded before being grabbed by the other as they went out of the clothing store. If things continued on like this Carter knew this whole adventure was going to be very interesting to say the least. His gaze fell to his feet as Nao guided the couple, holding his arm closely. He could see people's gaze on them whenever he looked up and wondered if people thought they were a couple of some kind. Could they even be a couple of some kind? All of these things were so new to Carter but he certainly wasn't against them.<br><br>They'd make one quick stop before they headed off towards the professor's lab, Carter picking up a good amount of pokeballs, potions, and some other such supplies like food and water. After that the two would be off, heading towards Professor Pine's lab, excited for the future adventures that would no doubt come along their journey.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>28-09-2017, 17:06:58</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Docks<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel and Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>After her little nippy episode, the Ekans seemed to have returned to her previous curiosity as she disappeared for a moment only to emerge from the end of Althea's sleeve, from where she dropped onto the ground to investigate the shorter grass snake.<br>&nbsp;"Sleeping beauty?" The blonde replied to the boy with a faint smile. "I'm a bit too much of a mess for 'beauty', I think, although you're probably right about the other bit. Far too nice and comfortable there." Sadly, while Daniel's tight spandex afforded quite the view, Althea's jeans covered a backside that, like the rest of her, was just a bit on the small side. <br><br>The Kangaskhan beside her noted Graham's look but, at least for the moment, didn't seem to react, except perhaps to step just a little bit closer to her trainer as they headed off to their destination. For hr part, Althea seemed content on quietly observing the pokemon around her, especially how they interacted with their trainers, at least up until the got to the lab, where she paused, just a little nervously. <br><br>" ... I'm a mess. I ... you two go in and distract her, do your thing, I'll try and find a brush or something and ... and ..." She broke off to glare upwards at the Kangaskhan who, looking more amused than anything, had started to push her towards the lab.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>03-10-2017, 20:51:14</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Professor Pine's Pokemon Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel and Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Not wearing his lucky charm right now<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>"Ah, give it a little time. No one's Pokemon is just gonna trust you from the get-go. Don't really blame them much either, new people must look unusual to them." Graham remarked, knowing he looked full well like the type to be untrustworthy. Considering his prior occupation and region of stay, it wouldn't have been a far off verdict either. He kept his distance from either person's Pokemon, instead letting his own survey them and get a better look. Aipom for the most part seemed to enjoy how Daniel's Mudkip seemed to be acrobatic enough to remain on its person, while his Snivy folded his arms and looked the Ekans over. He felt just a little weird having definable arms and legs while the other didn't, but he didn't let it stop him from being happy he seemed to have serpentine company.<br><br>When Althea spoke to him, he shrugged with a grin. "Different strokes for different folks. I happen to like women who don't mind looking a little messy sometimes." He quipped with one eye closed, letting the various meanings of what he truly meant hang in midair while he pocketed his hands. He looked to Daniel, who showed relief at someone else that at least knew where they needed to go, before he nodded. "I don't mind the adventure much, but when you have a little bit of a schedule, time's a factor, and with that in mind, the sooner we get to our destination the better. Plus i'd be lying if I said I wasn't curious to see what all mysteries and surprises the Arcaia Region has, but i'd like to make sure of what flies here and what doesn't." He spoke up, slipping his hoodie off for the moment as he followed the two girls around. He couldn't get a very good look at Althea, not with her Kangaskhan guarding her so closely, but perhaps it was for the best. Any Pokemon was going to remain on-guard until it knew a given person better, but he was pretty sure it was going to take longer to get used to him, especially given his past experience and current proclivities. <br><br>When the trio arrived at the Lab, Althea seemed to start showing concern for her appearance. Folding his arms, he frowned. "You really don't look all that bad. Who doesn't wake up with bedhead anyway?" He shrugged, before he made for the door and pushed his way inside. Looking around a bit, he hummed as Aipom hung from the back of his neck, clinging to Graham while Snivy hurried along. "Hello, there a Professor Pine in the house? we've got two-" He started to speak until he saw the Kangaskhan pushing Althea toward the lab. "Make that three visitors and their Pokemon looking for a little guidance." He called out haphazardly, stepping inside.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>04-10-2017, 05:19:54</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokemon Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter, Daniel, Althea, and Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Introductions <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao gave a cheeky grin from ear to ear seeing Carter's cute reactions to him showing off a bit, though he didn't for a second consider the idea that his flustered face was due to genuine attraction. After all he had never known Carter to be attracted to guys, granted it would probably be hard to think of Nao as a dude when he was modelling dresses and showing off his chubby posterior. The Alolan boy recalled his pokemon as they hit the street, not wanting to crowd up the already packed walk ways more than they already were. When they stopped by the pokeshop Nao picked up a few things as well, though since he was coming off of another journey he still had a good deal of supplies saved up, so he didn't need to purchase as many. He even gave Carter a few pointers on which specific brands and types of potions to buy, along with what pokeballs worked best for what situations. He had to admit it felt nice being the "wise elder" in this situation, as it wasn't all that long ago that he was just a wide eyed kid throwing himself into adventure without a clue of how things worked. It made him feel like he had grown up a bit...if only a little. <br><br>As Graham announced the arrival of visitors to the lab a soft voice would suddenly call out from behind him, "Make that <em>five</em> visitors monsieur..." Naozumi announced as the two boys approached, Nao still practically wrapped around Carter's arm. He wore a beaming smile on his face and flashed the trio a peace sign as they all gathered up, "I hope we didn't miss the orientation or whatever, I'd hate to make anyone start over" he cooed, his Kalosian accent about as thick as his hips, which was to say "very thick". However as he got a better look at those present his friendly smile quickly turned to a look of surprised recognition, "Oh my, you are the girl I ran into on the boat no?" Nao asked, pointing to Daniel , the same smile from before spreading across his lips, "It's good to see you made it in one piece, no further accidents I hope?" he cooed with a playful wink, "Ah and I spotted you sleeping on the front deck as well, I'm glad you made it off in time" he said nodding to Althea, leaving Graham as the only completely foreign face, "Hmm, I don't think we've cross paths though...but I guess that makes it special in it's own way, It's a pleasure" he said with another nodding bow of his head. 
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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>04-10-2017, 22:50:52</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/oOz4hx1.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Professor Pine<br><strong>Location:</strong> Her lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Carter, Naozumi, Graham, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> What a mess. &gt;&lt;<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/kQHqeyR.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/LCKJ4xa.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/lc4zHmk.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/k9DVs0l.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/SGc2ceD.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/Hg1TC3f.jpg)</div><br><br><hr><hr><hr>As the five trainers entered the lab what they noticed immediately was that this wasn't your typical quiet lab like other professors had. Professor Pine's lab had boxes and crates stacked all over the place. Sophisticated machines and lab equipment strewn about the area, some operational, some only half assembled. And though there was no professor currently in the room there were currently a handful of pokémon running about. A charmander and chespin struggled to carry a very large machine that teetered this way and that as they scurried to keep it up right. A tepig was moving a large crate across the floor by pushing it with his head, while a chicorita rearranged a bunch of beakers on some high shelves with her vines. In the middle of the room was a poplio that seemed to be directing all the chaos frantically, and a mudkip scurried back and forth across the lab in a hurry. It was a strange scene of barely organized chaos that greeted the group.<br><br>Then suddenly from upstairs came a loud CRASH as a whole bunch of something was dropped and the sound of glass breaking could be heard. <strong>"Ow! Damn it!"</strong> a voice from upstairs shouted. It was a woman's, and it grew closer and closer as she called out, <strong>"Woah... Woooah... Woooaaaahh! Look out below!!"</strong> A tall woman carrying a stack of boxes well above her head came barreling down the stairs. She rushed forward trying to avoid falling or dropping her tower of boxes. When they heard her call out the pokémon in the lab quickly dropped what they were doing and scattered. The woman manages to make it to the bottom of the stairs without falling, but then her foot caught a cord on the ground and she fell. The boxes were launched at the five in the entryway as they were flung from her grasp. The tall brunette flew through the air with them and into the crowd. Everything landed with a crash as pokéballs flew from the boxes like a red and white hail storm. The professor lay where she had landed, something soft and comfy had broken part of her fall. That soft and comfy thing happened to be the chest of Althea that Professor Pine had face planted into. <strong>"I'm terribly sorry about that. We were trying to clean up a little before any trainers arrived from the ships."</strong> she apologized still laying face first in Althea's cleavage. The professor then pulled herself up dusted herself off, offering a hand to the short blonde she had crashed into. <strong>"It's great to meet you all!"</strong> she said as she looked at all the new people in her lab. As she stood now before them her pokémon came out of their hiding places and joined Pine. Poplio hopped up on her shoulder, chicorita on top of her head, and the others standing or skipping around her feet. <strong>"I'm Professor Pine. Let me be the first to welcome you all to the Arcaia Region!"</strong> With one hand on her hip she spoke with confidence and offered all those in front of her a beaming smile.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>06-10-2017, 05:47:18</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pine's Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Carter, Naozumi, Graham, Pine<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>While Pine wasn't exactly at the absolute top of the list of far more accomplished pokemon researchers that Althea wanted to meet&nbsp; - who, after all, would put anyone other than Oak at that place? - she was still someone who the blonde respected. She'd never met her, of course, but she had read some of her work and now here she was, meeting her and introducing herself to her as a colleague! <br>A substantially more junior one, yes, but still!<br><br>That Brigid had to push her to the door wasn't, really, all that unexpected, both Althea and her pokemon were well aware of how well she handled social situations or stress, never mind both. Still, she had prepared for this, although most definitely <em>not</em> by rehearsing in front of her mirror on the boat over here. Even if it might have sounded like that to anyone passing by and listening in.<br><br>She had prepared to introduce herself and maybe flirt a little -she'd practiced that, but she knew she'd never have the nerve to actually do it - but she had neglected to consider what to do if she ended up on the floor, Pine's taller body above her.<br>The other woman was quite pretty, she noted as Pine's face hovered just above hers, the brunette's hair falling around them both. There might have been a bit of a squeak from the blonde as the brunette looked up from the blonde's chest, their bodies tangled together in ways that the junior researcher found most interesting and worthy of further study. <br><br>Pine didn't seem to be too affected by their wonderful collision, so Althea tried to affect the same manner, even if her red cheeks and inability to form words played against those efforts. At Pine's greeting, Althea simply smiled shyly and nodded, hoping that someone else would speak so that she could have time to recover from the feelings that had gotten her so distracted.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>07-10-2017, 05:51:17</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong>Clothing store<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Calming down<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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 the pair approached the lab Carter would look curiously ahead at the crowd that had already gathered. Nao was quick to introduce himself, as natural, and Carter stayed mostly quiet. The first thing he noticed, however, was the Grey haired girl in the tight pants with them. His cheeks reddened a bit just at the sight but his gaze fell to the ground and he gathered himself. First impressions were important, that's something his parents always told him. <br><br>Connections were made, they all seemed to have arrived on the same boat and he was starting to recognize them now, at least a bit. His gaze widened when he recognized Graham, however, "Oh... Uh... Hi, again. I'm uh... Sorry I almost ran into your Aipom on the boat." He said, rubbing the back of his head, "I was just... Very excited to get off of the boat." Carter would remain at the back of the pack as they actually entered the room, though he was able to see all of the pokemon scurrying about and the strange amount of mess the professor seemed to have.<br><br>It all seemed to happen in moments, they heard the professor calling, saw her coming down with the boxes, then tumble down on top of them all. Carter darted back when the woman came down and was, consequently, hit in the face by several pokeballs, then a box getting stuck. He would call out in shock and yank the box off of his head, holding it in his hands as the professor adjusted herself. The sloppy introduction soon melted into a more proper one after the professor pulled herself from Althea's cleavage, a sight that had Carter giggling a bit to himself. "It's nice to meet you, Professor." The boy knelt down and set the box down, starting to grab pokeballs off of the ground, "Are you okay? You took a pretty hard fall."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>16-10-2017, 08:43:34</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Professor Pine's Pokemon Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Everyone? (Daniel, Althea, Carter, Naozumi, Professor Pine)<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Not wearing his lucky charm right now<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>As the voice called out from behind, he gave a slight start and glanced behind him, looking at the cheery-looking Nao hanging off the arm of Carter, before he grinned and turned away. He recalled seeing the girl, or at least who he thought was a girl. Though the truth probably wouldn't have bothered him either if he really knew... "Mmm, it'd be almost criminal to forget that... So, yeah, we've got five trainers incoming!" He called out, stepping inside with pocketed hands, casting a look around the Lab... Or what passed for it. He expected alot of technology, a few assistants, some Pokemon... Some sort-of high technology laboratory. Instead, it looked more like a storage with machines haphazardly assembled and working, some looking more completely built than othrs. "We ARE in the right place, right? Place looks kinda... Uh, not what I was expecting, for starters." He quipped, moving one hand to rub the back of his head. Carter spoke up, apologizing about almost running into his Aipom, but the adorable monkey Pokemon grinned and waved her hand.<br><br>"Nah, she's an acrobatic little one. She wasn't in any real danger of being trampled on, but she just likes to push her luck alot." Graham sighed, as the Aipom shrugged her shoulders as if to go 'Meh'. There was usually no result from chiding her, she always did it again and again like it was one of the few things that gave her a sense of fun. As long as she didn't get herself hurt, Graham was mostly okay with it... Looking to Naozumi, she seemed to hope they weren't late for introductions, before he shook his head.<br><br>"I mean, the three of us... Well, two actually, sleeping beauty hasn't given her name yet, introduced ourselves. That's Daniel-" He pointed to the girl with blue spandex shorts and a cheery personality to rival both Nao and Carter, before he jerked his thumb at himself. "And i'm Graham. No surprise i'm an unknown, I kept to myself on the boat except at the buffet tables. Good thing I didn't venture out though, you look good enough to have had a fun time with." He remarked with a wink. He hadn't met very many kalosians, though that accent was definitely very enjoyable... But her complexion didn't seem very kalosian. Maybe there was more to the story... "Born in Unova, raised in Orre, i'm as unremarkable as they come." He finished with a halfhearted shrug. After all, telling them you worked for a criminal organization wouldn't go over well, and blabbing about being part time for peacekeeping bureaus wasn't an option either.<br><br>Moving further in, witnessing the Pokemon hard at work, he realized the lab at least had Pokemon to qualify as a Pokemon Lab. A large host of the usual mons one had a choice of starting with, actually... All from different regions. Graham was about to make a comment, but between the crashing upstairs, ensuing cursing, and the sight of a one Professor Pine falling upon their shy, blonde friend, Graham snerked and was subsequentially forced to duck as the boxes that flew sent Pokeballs at the lot of them. "Ah sh-" He started to speak before he wound up beaned in the face by one, turning around to let his backpack absorb the rest while he moved his arms around Snivy and Aipom... The latter of which who caught one with her tail like it was some sort-of accomplishment. Once the trouble passed, Graham rubbed his face before standing upright and turning around to get a better look at the pose. "Well, look on the bright side Beauty, there was no reason for you to pretty yourself up. Now you really do have the look of someone that came from a wild time." he chuckled, before Professor Pine introduced herself to them, welcoming them to the Arcaia Region. Admittedly, he was only mildly concerned about where she got her license as a Professor from... but there were certainly stranger people out in the world.<br><br>"I dunno about everyone else, but from the introductions to the sights, especially the sights, i'm off to a good start enjoying my stay in Arcaia." He shrugged. The 'sights' in question being everything from the city, to the ladies near him.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>19-10-2017, 17:04:35</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokemon Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter, Daniel, Althea, and Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Introductions <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao looked around curiously as they entered the lab proper, and boy was it surprising to say the least. He had been in professor Sycamore's lab once or twice back in Kalos, and the two honestly didn't compare at all. It was like organize chaos...or perhaps just regular ol' chaos, as cute little starter pokemon ran around struggling to perform the tasks usually assigned to human assistants, and doing just about as good a job at it as you could expect. Perhaps it was because this was still a new region and things hadn't been properly set up yet...the boy briefly imagined the same scene back home, the suave Kalosian professor facing the same struggles, though it seemed so preposterous that it just made him chuckle. <br><br>Turning his attention from the lab itself back to Graham Nao gave an appreciative smile as he began making introductions himself, "well it's a pleasure to meet everyone" he said, though upon catching Graham's flirty little comment and wink the boy blushed and let out a bit of an awkward chuckle, "oh but of course" he replied softly. Despite having embraced his new style for a while now, Nao still hadn't gotten used to the feeling of guys flirting with him, or looking at him with the kind of...er..."twinkle" in their eye that Graham had. It had been adorable with Carter, but that's because they were old friends and he knew that Nao wasn't actually a girl, plus he knew the blonde boy would never actually think of him that way. It was completely different however when it came from strangers, and Carter would feel Nao unconsciously squeezing his arm just a bit tighter, almost as if for support. <br><br>Nao's hold on Carter's arm turned out to be a handicap however, as balls and boxes were suddenly launched across the room in spectacular fashion. As the Alolan boy was not used to taking balls to the face in any sense of the term, Nao quickly ducked behind Carter, using his friend as a shield as he took a full box to the head, "Oh my! Carter are you alright?" he exclaimed, quick to help get the box off his head and kneel down to start scooping up pokeballs as well, though with how many were scattered around they were barely making a dent in the mess, "heh it's kinda funny, you came all this way to battle pokemon and you ended up battling boxes instead....and lost..." Nao teased his companion as they scooped up the red and white devices, leaning over to gently bump him with his shoulder playfully, "don't worry, maybe we can team up and get 'em next time" he cooed. <br><br>He gazed up from their work just in time to catch the professor smothered in the diminutive blonde's cleavage, causing another blush, certainly not the kind of greeting he was used to professors giving. Still despite her messy introduction the woman cut a pretty elegant and confident figure once she was back on her feet, which instilled a bit more confidence in her abilities, "Thanks for having us la madame, it has certainly been an eventful experience so far" &nbsp;he cooed, flashing a wide grin to Carter, reuniting with a long lost friend easily being at the top of experiences in the new region so far, "I must say this is an impressive gathering of pokemon you have. It looks like you've caught a pokemon from almost every region, you must be well traveled..." he mused, looking at the cute critters dancing around her feet, not realizing that there was <em>something else</em> the professor enjoyed collecting in every region, or the danger that had been posed by his father's overly long business trips. 
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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>20-10-2017, 04:10:50</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Professor Pine's Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Althea, Carter, Naozumi, Professor Pine<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Look out!!<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 was a little surprised at what she saw as they entered the lab. What she expected was a white room full of all sorts of technological doohickeys and smart looking people in lab coats. What she got was somewhere between a storage closet and a mad scientist lab with starter pokémon scurrying about doing all the work. That was until a tall woman came crashing towards them with boxes in hand. Daniel hadn't even had time to turn and introduce herself to the two other trainers that had joined them before boxes and pokéballs came flying at her! With a yipe Daniel quickly ducked down to try and cover her pokémon to protect them. Instinctively Ralts raised her hands and caught a box with her psychic powers that would have crashed into her trainer. However a single pokéball managed to escape, but it was caught in the mouth of a certain Mudkip who grinned ear to ear with pride.<br><br>After a few moments Daniel opened her eyes to find everyone mostly okay, and their blonde friend with a Pokémon Professor smothered in her cleavage. She tried to hold back a chuckle but it came out as a bit of a snort instead. She had to admit the professor did it seem all that shaken and recovered quickly. Her attention quickly averted to the pokémon skipping around her feet. So many starters! And from so many regions! <strong>"Wow! You have so many cool pokémon!"</strong> the girl blurted out with stars in her eyes. The girl from the ship she had almost crashed into was right, she must have traveled to every region! That alone assured Daniel that this woman was the genuine article, despite the rocky first impression from the lab and the crash.
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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>20-10-2017, 08:12:12</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/oOz4hx1.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Professor Pine<br><strong>Location:</strong> Her lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Carter, Naozumi, Graham, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> New people yay!<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/kQHqeyR.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/LCKJ4xa.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/lc4zHmk.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/k9DVs0l.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/SGc2ceD.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/Hg1TC3f.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br>Professor Pine continued giving her winningest smile. <strong>"Oh yeah I'm fine. Accidents like that are a little prone to happening around here. But I am glad to see so many trainers arriving for the opening of the new league here in Arcaia."</strong> As she spoke her pokémon stopped scampering around and helped the trainers pick up the pokéballs that were now littering the floor. As her pokémon happily got to work Pine gave them a grateful look before returning her attention back to her guests. <strong>"Yes, they are quite the helpful crew, though not as far flung as you may be thinking. All of these little guys and many more like them I caught right here in Arcaia. You see, that is part of the mystery and wonder of this region. Pokémon from every other region live here together! No one knows why yet, it's been my main focus of study..."</strong> Pine's attention was grabbed for a moment as she spoke. She had been looking over each of the new arrivals in her lab when her eyes fell upon a certain book held by the woman she had nearly motorboated. A twinkle ignited in her eyes and her smile widened at the sight of it. <strong>"Ah! You actually have a copy of my thesis paper! A field guide to the wilds of Arcaia!"</strong> She could hardly contain her excitement. It was the first copy of her book she had actually seen anyone carrying around. Quickly she grabbed Althea's hands and hopped up and down with her excitedly. <strong>"Yes yes, it's all there, at least the gist of it,"</strong> she said as she released the blonde's hands and tried to keep herself professional. With one more nod of approval she continued. <strong>"There are many rumors about why this land is so different from other regions. The most popular is that Arcius itself first landed here in Arcaia as it shaped this world. From atop Mt. Deus it stood and formed all the different kinds of lands and pokémon and saw that everything was all how it wanted things to be before it spread it's creations across the world. I don't know if that's true or not, but somehow every pokémon imaginable lives within these borders. Coexisting with nature and the few people that live here like it has always been intended. You can see Magmars and Turtonators living next to each other in Mount Calor! Grubbin and Wurmple nesting in the same trees! A Furret and a Watchog fighting over territory! I have been all over the world, but I grew up here in Arcaia. And nowhere else in the entire world have I seen so many pokémon in such close proximity as here in Arcaia. That's why I became a professor of pokémon. I wanted to learn more about these amazing creatures, and about this region. Something is different about this place, something almost magical, and I aim to find out why!"</strong><br><br>Remembering something suddenly the professor raised her hand with one finger extended as if to say 'ah ha!' <strong>"But I'm getting off track. You all must be here for the league registration. Give me just a moment."</strong> Professor Pine turned and headed over to a cluttered desk near the back wall. She began rummaging around, mumbling to herself about how she swore she had put them back there. Her pokémon had finished cleaning up the pokéballs by that point and hurried back to aid the professor in her search. A loud <strong>"Ah ha!!"</strong> was shouted as Pine picked up a box triumphantly and returned to the five at the front of her lab. <strong>"These..."</strong> she said as she placed the box down on a closer table and proceeded to reach inside, <strong>"Are what you will need for your badges."</strong> From the box she produced octagonal boxes, about the size of a person's hand. They were gray with a pokéball symbol in the center, and inside they were lined with red velvet and eight indentations for badges. She handed one to each of the trainers and Althea as well, assuming she was also a trainer. She then returned to the box on the table as excitement spread across her features again. <strong>"And I also have a very special surprise for you all. You are the last group of trainers it would appear to be coming before the league begins. And it just so happens that I received these beauties today. Call it destiny, or coincidence, but you lucky five..."</strong> she paused a moment for dramatic effect before removing her hand from the box. Held in it was a red device that looked like a smart phone with a red protective case over it. <strong>"Will be the ones I entrust with my pokédexes!"</strong> <br><br>If she could get any more excited Professor Pine may have burst! She hurriedly handed out the sleek and rare devices to the group before continuing. <strong>"As you all may know, these devices hold a wealth of information on nearly every known pokémon. They also collect data when you scan a pokémon with it that will be sent back to me to help aid in my research. Arcaia is a big region so I worked tirelessly with a one Professor Oak to create these five beauties. I hope you all will take good care of them and use them well. They also include a map features and a phone as well so you all can keep in contact with each other, other trainers, and even me. My number is already preloaded in there. To register for the league just put your names and pokémon into those when you first open them and they will register you for the league. I've got a good feeling about you five, so get out there and see all that you can see and learn all that you can about Arcaia and it's pokémon!"</strong> She smiled and struck her confident pose again as she finished her little speech. <strong>"The opening ceremonies for the Arcaia league should be happening soon. They're going to be held downtown in front of Pokkén Tower. Let me know if you have any questions or need anything before you head out for the festivities. And again, good luck to you all and welcome to Arcaia!"</strong>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>23-10-2017, 06:24:21</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong>Clothing store<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Excited<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter had huffed as Nao teased him, scooping up as many pokeballs as they could before Carter realized it was pretty much fruitless. It would be a long process to gather them all up and more than the one box he had with him. "I'm so glad to have you for moral support, Nao." The blonde smirked, playfully nudging the other as well. This was good, he was getting better at talking to Nao without stuttering. He was still surprised that he had been having that problem regardless but Nao's new appearance was more than a little appealing to the sheltered youth.<br><br>As the professor got on with explaining her research, findings, and the origin of the pokemon around her, Carter watched in wrapped attention. "I'd heard that the region had a mix of every other quite well. I can't believe that's true, it's amazing." He said with a grin, his eyes shining with enthusiasm. He would hand off the box he'd grabbed to the tepig and chespin, smiling down to the both of them as they took it, "Thanks you guys, be careful." He said, patting the chespin on it's little head but tensing a bit when one of its many points jabbed the side of his thumb. He would bite his lips together and stifle a grunt as he brought the digit to his mouth and groaned unhappily. Why must his signs of affection only bring pain!?<br><br>When the small badge cases were presented Carter took his happily, "Oh, yes! I finally have my own badge case." He grinned, glancing to Nao. While the other still had more experience than him they would both be starting in this region together at the same level, more or less. He would glance at the other three trainers as well, all seemingly quite happy about it. The surprises weren't over, however, as some fancy device was handed out to all of them. The blonde would marvel at it, starting to fiddle with some of the controls before he reached into his pocket. "Nemu, come here." He said, tossing the ball and letting his pink rabbit pop out.<br><br>The moment Nemu appeared in the lab she would look around curiously, her little nose shuffling as she looked about. She would quickly notice the several other pokemon in the area and cheered, running over to the professors, Chickorita and poking her leaf consistently.<br><br>Carter would chuckle, "Come here, Nemu, Sweetie." He said, offering his hand. The small rabbit would run over and Carter would scan her with the pokedex. "There we go, you get to be the first scan for our new pokedex, Nemu." He grinned. The rabbit didn't seem to understand but her trainer was happy, so she was as well. She would rush over and start playing with Pine's other pokemon, batting around the Tepig's tail and bouncing around with the popplio. <br><br>Carter would grin happily, "Nemu loves meeting new pokemon." He said to Pine. Stepping back for a moment Carter would speak again, "So, professor, if this region has pokemon from seemingly every region, would that include ones from Alola? I've always wanted to catch a Bounsweet." He smiled, showing every sign of an eager young trainer, practically bouncing on his heels as his new adventure was getting started for him, his hand instinctively reaching down and grabbing Nao's own.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>26-10-2017, 22:44:10</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pine's Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Carter, Naozumi, Graham, Pine<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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 badge case wasn't of much interest to Althea and she had been about to correct the assumption the lovely professor had made about her, but then the pokedex came out and the blonde was quite happy to get one of those. While she was on the right course to get on herself she was no professor yet and she'd been rather looking forwards to getting on, as her little slightly manic giggle showed. <br>Still, after she tucked the pokedex away she decided to come clean. <br><br>"Actually, about the whole trainer thing, she began, her cheeks just a touch red from the way Pine's smiling made her feel. "Not actually one of those. I mean, technically, yes, I have pokemon, but they kinda attached themselves to me while I was doing fieldwork. I'm more in the same line of work as you, although I'm on my way. Here to work on my dissertation and stuff. I- I'd be happy to work under you, if you'd have me."<br><br>And then she blushed, both nervous about how the professor would react and, well, the idea of being 'under' Pine was a rather appealing one. And she would not mind at all if Pine 'would have her'.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>28-10-2017, 22:07:12</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokemon Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter, Daniel, Althea, and Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Introductions <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao let out a small giggle as Carter huffed at his teasing, prompting him to playfully stick his tongue out at him, "any time my friend" he cooed. As the professor began to explain the peculiarities of the strange new, or perhaps 'old', region Nao turned and stared with rapt attention. It was amazing to think they could discover literally any kind of pokemon here, and the legend of Arceus really stoked his yearning for adventure. It made him wonder if this region had it's own legendary pokemon unique only here, how amazing would it be to catch a glimpse of such a thing, or even a picture...<br><br>Wait, pictures...that's right! Nao suddenly leapt up to his feet, grasping the camera hanging around his neck, he was supposed to be on the job, getting all sorts of pics of the region. No doubt getting a photo spread of the blossoming pokemon professor's lab would be a worthwhile addition to the collection! As such Nao quickly began snapping off shots of Pine and her pokemon as she gave her speeches, making sure to capture her dynamic poses and her dignified, confident smiles. What a photogenic woman. Then he quickly took some shots of the various equipment around the lab, perhaps wondering if they could spin the low budget look into having a...er..."rustic" charm. He also got a few candid shots of the other trainers present, especially as they received their badge cases and pokedexes, and of course when he received his own he made sure to get plenty of close up shots of them. After all if these were rare items that guy would probably pay for shots of them being used. <br><br>"wow, this is so cool. Thank you so much la madame, I'll do my best to be worthy of such a gift" he said with a bow of his head, before snapping off a selfie of him and his registered pokedex. Catching what Carter was doing with his own Nao quickly sent out Snowball and Pagliacci and scanned them into his pokedex, and then hurriedly made his rounds around the room scanning every pokemon present, as well as snapping a photo of them as well. It was tough work, and the boy briefly wondered if he'd be able to keep up with all these devices he'd be hauling around. <br><br>When Carter asked about pokemon from Alola being around it seemed to pique a curiosity of Nao's as well, the boy quickly skipping back to his side, "that's right, back in Alola they used to say that certain pokemon grew up completely different than other regions because of the climate, they would even have different types" he said, scooping up Snowball into his arms to demonstrate his point, the ice typing of the Vulpix having seemingly been exclusive to the Alolan Islands, "would we be able to find the same mutations here? Could there even be different variations we haven't even seen before?" he questioned, wondering if there were special "Arcaia forms" of pokemon similar to his homeland. Nao was briefly distracted from his questions when he suddenly felt Carter reach down to grab his hand, the boy looking confused for only a brief second before a warm smile spread across his face, "Hey, I was thinking" he said, now addressing the whole group, "we may not all be here for the same reasons, and it's possible we won't be seeing each other throughout the same journey all the time...but arriving here at the same time...it kinda links us together in a way, right? Even just a little. So I was thinking why don't we take a picture together to commemorate it?" he said, nodding to Pagliacci who again levitated the boy's camera with his psychic powers, "That way when all is said and done we can come back together and see how much we've all grown from this moment. What do you say?" he asked, hooking an arm around Carter's shoulders and dragging him over to one of the barer walls of the lab, motioning for the others and their pokemon to huddle into the photo as well. 
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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>04-11-2017, 04:56:40</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/oOz4hx1.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Professor Pine<br><strong>Location:</strong> Her lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Carter, Naozumi, Graham, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Let the adventure begin!<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/kQHqeyR.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/LCKJ4xa.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/lc4zHmk.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/k9DVs0l.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/SGc2ceD.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/Hg1TC3f.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br>Pine continued to smile warmly as the trainers before her got all excited about their new devices. She felt incredibly lucky to have such a diverse group stroll in when she had received her pokédexes. And that there had been exactly five had been such incredible luck! As the one trainer began snapping off pictures (were they a boy or a girl? Should she ask? Nah, what kind of pokémon professor would ask a trainer what their gender was? That would be ridiculous) the blonde male trainer began with asking questions. <strong>"Why yes there are. Like I said pokémon of every region have been discovered here, including those with similar mutations to the Alola region."</strong> she said as Nao chimed in about Alolan form pokémon. <strong>"There is still much to be learned about Arcaia, and that is why I am enlisting you to aid in my research. There is nearly every kind of environment imaginable here in Arcaia, so who knows, there may be some unique mutations here as well."</strong><br><br>The professor was so glad these trainers seemed so eager to learn more about this land. Well maybe they weren't all trainers after all. As the short blonde woman spoke up about being a researcher Professor Pine's smile widened. <strong>"A fellow researcher you say? That is fantastic!"</strong> she exclaimed. She quickly hopped over in front of Althea and threw her arms around her in an embrace. <strong>"I'd love to have you under me! I can always use more assistants!"</strong> Being her usual over the top and cheery self the taller researcher lifted Althea off the ground and spun her around giddily before placing her back down and stepping back, reminding herself to stay at least a little professional. <strong>"And you already have field experience to boot huh? Then I have a proposition for you. You could travel around with these trainers and conduct your own field reports and research along side them. The routes around to all eight gyms take you across the entire region so you could put that pokédex to good use. And in your case to get set up here you'll need to head to Pokkén Tower as well. There you can get set up and register as a field researcher in case you need clearance for certain areas or need specialized equipment. In fact..."</strong> Pine began tapping on her chin in thought for a moment before returning an eager grin to her new colleague. <strong>"I have just the right first assignment for you. Two artifacts of great importance were recently unearthed near Mt. Deus. They are of great importance to my research and I needed to go pick them up. After the opening ceremonies could you all pick them up and bring them back here to me?"</strong> As she said this last part Pine looked at all of the people before her. <strong>"I would very much appreciate it, and transporting them as a group would be safer than just one person carrying them."</strong><br><br>After giving the group their first official task of their new adventure Pine smiled as Nao recommended a group photo. <strong>"What a splendid idea!"</strong> she said. Following the boy over to the bare wall her pokémon followed, all hopping up on her head, shoulders, arms and back to be in the picture. The young professor smiled as broad as she could for what was sure to be a cherished photo. The world's newest pokémon professor and her pokédex holders. An important moment to chronicle indeed.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>09-11-2017, 23:30:08</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pine's Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Carter, Naozumi, Graham, Pine<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>Although her response to being lifted and spun was a deep blush and, afterwards, a clear reluctance to let her arm move from where it had quietly wrapped itself around Pine's waist, Althea managed not to embarrass herself during the photograph, although careful attention might reveal that she was standing rather close to the other woman still. <br>"I- I suppose we had better go," she said after a while, even as she continued to try and get the heat in her cheeks to go down. "Is there anything we should know about this mountain, or the way too it?"
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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>19-11-2017, 17:24:41</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Professor Pine's Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Althea, Carter, Naozumi, Professor Pine<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Let the adventure begin!!o<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><br>Daniel’s head was just about spinning from the rapid fire information be thrown at her. Arcius, a multitude of pokémon, her badge case, her very own pokédex! It was all so much so suddenly! The gray haired girl could hardly contain her excitement as she began bouncing up and down. This was it! Her adventure had finally begun! And to think she had her very own pokédex now, she was part of an elite group that had done so many incredible things throughout the different regions. She remembered when she was younger and how the pokédex holders from her home region of Hoenn had helped stop the evil organizations Team Aqua and Team Magma and even got to meet the legendary pokémon Groundon and Kyoger. Would her adventures be just as incredible as theirs’ had been? What kind of legendary pokémon call Arcadia their home? She had so many questions, and with all of them fighting for space in her brain none were able to make their way out into coherent words. The best she managed was an excited squeal as she began to enter her name and picture into her pokédex. Seeing some of the others upload their pokémon Daniel followed suit. To scan her pokémon she made use of he devices new forward facing camera and looked like she was taking selfies with the device as she scanned the Mudkip on her head and Ralts in her arms. The device rattled off information about each pokémon as she scanned them in its electronic voice and added them to her list of seen pokémon. Two down, 799 to go, not including any new pokémon they might discover here in Arcaia! She was so excited she forgot to ask any of her questions to the professor, though the others seemed to be handling that pretty well. <br><br>As Nao recommended they take a photo Daniel ran over to the wall with the group. <strong>”Yeah! That’s a great idea.”</strong> she cheered before the picture was taken. With her pokémon still on her Daniel smiled from ear to ear and threw up a victory sign as the camera took aim. She smiled so hard her eyes closed in the picture but she didn’t mind. <strong>”Ooh, ooh! I have an idea! What if at the end of this journey we all make sure and meet back up here! We can take the same picture again with everyone and all the new pokémon we’ve caught. You know, like one of those before and after type pictures! What do you guys say?”</strong> Daniel’s imagination had begun to run wild and free since they stepped into the lab, picturing grand adventures and tales of heroics like she had heard about the other pokédex holders. She also saw the group around he growing close, possibly sticking together, as they travelled these new lands to chase down their dreams. They were all still just a big group of strangers, but in Daniel’s head they had already become friends and were destined to travel together. Professor Pine was even giving them their first task to do as a group! <strong>”Mt. Deus? Isn’t that that super huge mountain in the middle of Arcaia? That sounds awesome! What things are we picking up for you? Fossils? Magical artifacts from an ancient civilization?! An object blessed by Arcius itself?!”</strong> Obviously over excited Daniel’s eyes sparkled with wonder as she looked to the professor, a gain bouncing as she stood next to Althea awaiting an answer.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>21-11-2017, 18:57:28</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Outside, near docks/town<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter, Daniel, Althea, and Graham -&gt; possibly alone<br><strong>Notes:</strong> BATTLE!!!!! <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao gave a beaming smile as the others joined in on the group photo, snuggling his pokemon, and Carter, close to him as they packed in, "alright everyone, say Combee!" he cooed, the psychic mime snapping off the photo as everyone smiled, "Great idea la petite" &nbsp;he cooed with a smile to Daniel, snapping off a few quick pictures of her alone, "After all any chance to see a beautiful girl again is an occasion to look forward to" he added with a small wink, talking about being reunited with the grey haired girl before they had even been separated, "Though sadly I fear this means we'll have to part ways soon, after all only then can we properly yearn to see each other again" he added in mock sadness, playfully teasing the peppy girl. <br><br>"That sounds like an important duty la madame, I hope to not let you down" he said with a small bow of his head before returning his pokemon to their balls, "however I'll let the others stay to soak in the details, these wanderers legs are growing restless from all this hyping up" he said, ready to get out and start exploring already. So with a quick flourish he swept up Professor Pine's hand and placed a tiny kiss on the back of it, "Thank you for everything la madame, we shall procure your treasures in due time, until then, adieu..." <br><br>And without a further word the boy turned and dashed out the lab, his bubbly butt wiggling enticingly in his shorts as he did, making his departure a pleasant spectacle in of itself. Once again he was greeted by the bright sun and fresh, lightly salted air of the port city, the boy making his way out of the lab with no real idea where he was going (Carter was supposed to be his navigator after all). Fortunately he didn't get far before something made him stop dead in his tracks, "huh? Le gasp!" he exclaimed, freezing on the spot as he saw a pudgy round spheal (https://i.imgur.com/XLTBF9w.png) waddling it's way across the ground, seemingly having gotten a small ways from the shore. As the boy froze and gasped the seal-like pokemon slowly turned to look up at the trainer, and all at once their eyes locked. Nao's rosy orbs connected with the adorably daft gaze of the spheal, "spheal?" it muttered, tilting it's head inquisitively, which was to say it titled its entire body. <br><br>Suddenly Nao felt something surge and bubble up inside him, causing him to shiver and tremble as it washed over him, threatening to explode from every pore in his body until it just...couldn't...be...contained, "d'aaaaaaaaaw! You're so cuuuuuuuute!" the androgynous boy squealed, like a little girl encountering the cutest damn growlithe she had ever seen. Immediately he knew, it was meant to be, this was his newest partner. Fate had drawn them together, and it seemed that the spheal felt it too. Suddenly the two began running towards each other, Nao squealing with arms outstretched, ecstatic tears welling up in his eyes, the spheal bouncing with each tread like a beach ball, "spheal! spheal!" "that's right come to papa!" Nao cooed. <br><br>However, as the two dramatically leapt at each other, seemingly about to embrace and spin around in each others' arms, the spheal suddenly tucked in it's chin, two little angry brows appearing over it's eyes "SPHEAL!!!" it roared, and caught Nao with a headbutt to the face so flush that it sent the boy flying backing, tumbling across the ground like a pebble, "Urk!..." the boy grunted as he hit the ground hard, sprawled out in a stunned state, "b-but...why...?" Nao sputtered, the little ball of fur striking a defiant pose "Spheal spheal spheal!" it exclaimed, seemingly ready for a fight.
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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>21-11-2017, 20:49:02</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/oOz4hx1.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Professor Pine<br><strong>Location:</strong> Her lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Carter, Naozumi, Graham, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Let the adventure begin!<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/kQHqeyR.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/LCKJ4xa.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/lc4zHmk.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/k9DVs0l.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/SGc2ceD.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/Hg1TC3f.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br><strong>”Combee!!”</strong> After the picture Pine straightened up as her pokémon all hopped down. She nodded as the excited young girl proposed a second photo later on. Pine thought is sounded like an excellent idea as well. Turning to Althea and the excited Daniel she smiled and giggled a little. <strong>”Oh... no no no dears. You don’t have to go all the way to Mt. Deus for the artifacts. They’ve already been brought to Pokkén Tower in the center of the city. The festivities will be going down right in front of the building for the league. And to answer your question missy they are two keys of unknown origin. They very well be magical, for they are each carved from an ancient material we don’t yet know what it is and emit some sort of faint energy. I believe they are somehow linked to the Arceus mythology here in Arcaia and may be a clue as to why so many pokémon call this region home. We have taken to calling them the Light Key and the Shadow Key, for one emits a faint light, and the other a dark aura.”</strong> As she explained the spark of wonder and excitement could be seen in the professor’s eyes. These artifacts truly were a wonder if her explanation was to be believed. <br><br>As Nao said his goodbyes Pine bowed to him in Thanks after the sweet kiss. <strong>”Adieu, parting is such sweet sorrow.”</strong> she said with a cheery smile that was anything but sorrowful. <strong>”And thank you all again. Remember, fill those pokédexes as full as you can with data from all the pokémon of Arcaia. And if you ever need assistance do not hesitate to call me on your pokédex. I’ll always be able to assist my pokédex holders.”</strong> With her cheery farewell and reminder that she was a resource for them to utilize in their adventures she turned back to her pokémon. <strong>”Alright crew, let get back to assembling that energy emissions detector for those keys. Need to be ready when everyone gets back with them!”</strong> With a cheer from each pokémon in unison the group headed towards a back room in the lab. A few moments later there were worried shouts and a loud crash followed by Pine’s voice shouting out. <strong>”I’m okay!... That’s where I wanted it anyway.”</strong>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>21-11-2017, 21:13:25</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong>Clothing store<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Excited, rushing<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>"Combee!" Carter would call out with the rest of the group, Nemu giving her own little call as she rested on his shoulder. His long waited dream was finally coming true, he could offiicially call himself a pokemon trainer on a grand adventure through the land of Arcaia. He wondered what kind of pokemon he would find in this miraculous place and who he would have joining his party to travel with him and his two current partners. Every new addition would be a new member to his little family.<br><br>The blonde youth was so lost in thought that he was barely paying attention to Nao's exit speech, finally snapping back into the scene as the other youth kissed Professor Pine's hand before darting away. Carter would chuckle and his eyes would follow the sway of Nao's luscious donk, Carter subconsciously biting his lip as he did so. "Bye, Professor Pine. We'll make sure to get those keys back to you!" He called before darting after Nao with excitement, recalling Nemu just before he rushed off.<br><br>"Bye everyone!" He called back to the group with a wave of his hand, trying desperately to catch up to Nao if he could. Luckily the tanned skinned boy hadn't gotten horribly far away when he was stopped by the tiny, waddling creature. Carter would arrive just as Nao would hit onto the ground and called, "Oh man!" He would run up to the side of the boy and grab his arm, "You okay, Nao? What's up with this thing?" He would glance at the angry looking spheal, shuddering a bit with confusion at the strange mixture of adorable and unnerving that an angry spheal was. <br><br>Carter would help his friend to his feet, "Looks like this one wants a fight, Nao." He said before grinning, "I'm sure you can take him." He would pat Nao on the back before stepping a distance away, wanting to watch Nao in action. In the meanwhile Carter's eye fell onto a shop nearby with a large fishing rod over the door.<br><br>Keeping one eye on Nao he walked over to the store and peered into the window, seeing a variety of fishing poles on display and several kinds of bait along with them. During the heat of the battle Carter would pop inside and purchase a fine rod for himself, stowing it away in a convenient carrier the nice man threw in for him. Carter would pop back out of the shop in an amount of time he'd hope Nao wouldn't notice, now holding a carrying case with a fishing rod within.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>26-11-2017, 16:55:39</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Outside, near docks/town<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> BATTLE!!!!! <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao's head was still spinning as Caster came to his aid, "did anyone get the license plate on that car?" the boy murmured, feeling like he had just gotten hit by a truck, a tiny, spherical truck. Feeling his friend's grip Nao instinctively hugged onto Carter's arm, squeezing it against his slender chest, and slowly made his way up to his feet, legs shaky like a baby deerling, "I thought I saw it for a moment Carter, heaven itself..." the boy said, wiping some dust off his face before looking at his friend and giving a warm smile, "thanks for pulling me back down...or, up I guess..." he said with a small chuckle. <br><br>As the boy regained his bearings the spheal was just standing there...menacingly! There was no cute waddling or playful rolling, it's focus on Nao was terrifyingly intense, "seriously did someone spit in it's poffins today?" Nao muttered while stepping forward, still feeling a bit weak in the knees, but Carter's reassuring words echoed in his mind, "that's right, you're just a cute little puff ball! I've taken on bigger and badder than you before" Nao exclaimed, "spheal spheal!" the spheal replied, mirroring the boy's assertion of dominance. <br><br>"alright, if it's a fight you want...Snowball I choose you!" he shouted, throwing out his darling vulpix, the snowy fox letting out a defiant little bark as it's tails spread out wide in a threatening display, "Hmph, you might be a tough little guy, but as an ice type none of your water attacks are gonna do a thing to Snowball" Nao boasted confidently. However before he could actually give a command the spheal leapt into action, using it's round body to roll forward like a ball, faster and faster coming straight for Snowball "spheal...spheal...spheal spheal spheal spheal sphealsphealsphealsphealsphealsphealsphealspheal!" it repeated, getting faster and faster as it spun like a demonic tire. Nao barely had time to connect the dots, his eyes widening in terror, before the spheal was upon them, "wait, he's using rollout!? Snowball get out of the wa-" to late! The spheal came smashing into Snowball with the force of a tumbling boulder, the rock-type move smashing straight through the ice fox's defense, sending Snowball flying back "mrruuu!" she cried, bouncing across the ground but recovering enough to land shakily on her feet, "don't worry Snowball! We just have to counte-""SPHEAL!" the spheal exclaimed as it continued the roll out and hit Snowball again, this time with even more force, knocking the poor thing out in just two blows, "Snowball!" Nao shouted, in utter shock. <br><br>The boy quickly recalled Snowball, clutching the pokeball tightly, "it's alright, you did your best" Nao cooed, turning back to the spheal, which was now puffing out it's "chest", gloating it's victory, "it seems I was the one who underestimated you, don't worry, that won't happen again" he cooed, grabbing his second pokeball off his belt, "you won't get off so easily this time! Go Pagliacci!" he called, sending out his mime jr. this time, "mime mime", Pagliacci chimed as his twirled onto the battlefield. Suddenly he locked eyes with the spheal, a quiet intensity brewing between them, and without warning the spheal surged forward with another rollout, "not so fast! Pagliacci use copycat!" Nao shouted, "Mi-mime!" Pagliacci exclaimed, suddenly tucking in it's arms and legs and rolling forward just like the spheal was. The two tumbling pokemon collided into each other and due to the spinning motions ended up glancing off of each other harmlessly, "haha, gotcha! We've managed to neutralize his attack. Now while he's recovering, Pagliacci use confus-""Spheal Spheal!!!" the spheal roared, lunging forward as Pagliacci was raising it's hands to perform the move, one of it's flippers glowing with a dark, menacing aura, as it caught the mime jr. with a cheap punch right to the face before he could even finish his attack, "What the fuck!? How does a spheal even learn sucker punch!?" Nao exclaimed as Pagliacci went flying back, so shocked that he actually swore, raising the age rating on what had so far been a completely wholesome adventure. It seemed the dark type move was just the thing the Spheal needed to deal a massive blow to Pagliacci, the poor clown fainting quickly as it hit the ground, it's a one hit ko! "Pagliacci! This...I don't...how is this happening? It's...it's just spheal...it's just..." Nao murmured, kneeling over his fallen companion in absolutely shock. This would be the scene Carter would walk back out to after his little shopping trip, returning to see both of Nao's pokemon defeated, the spheal still standing triumphant, and Nao seemingly broken by the whole ordeal. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>26-11-2017, 23:18:30</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong>Street<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Shocked, BATTLE!!!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>When Carter came out of the fishing shop he would be just in time to see Paggliaci getting sucker punched down. He would rush over, completely dumfounded. "What the hell? How strong is this Spheal?" He asked, eyeing the angry little creature that still seemed eager to put the beat down on his cute friend. Carter would glare at the little creature and grab two potions out from his pack, "Here, Nao." He said, grasping the other's shoulder gently as he looked down to the hurt clown pokemon sadly.<br><br>Carter would huff and stare at the spheal before grabbing a pokeball from his pocket, "Mayuri, I need your help." He said before the abra would appear, floating beside him. The abra would seem unaffected by its surroundings and Carter would pat its head, "Mayuri. That spheal there has been very mean, I want you to take him down, okay?" He asked, petting the little creature.<br><br>The abra seemed to have no reaction and the Spheal even seemed to laugh at the other pokemon, holding its sides with its tiny, pudgy flippers. Carter would blush and huff, "Sh-shut up! Mayuri is gonna take you down, you little jerk!" He said, flustered at his pokemon being laughed at. Carter would lean down and whisper to Mayuri before standing up and folding his arms over his chest.<br><br>The youth would say no words as the battle began. The first move would be made as the abra disappeared from sight, reappearing behind the spheal and launching a fist into its back. Even the most fearful creature would taken off guard by the sudden teleportation and attack, sending it back a few feet. The abra would have no reaction, simply going back to floating in the air. The small spheal would tuck its body back into a ball and start a rollout towards Mayuri, rushing along the ground like a kicked soccer ball. Carter wouldn't speak, only tilt his head slightly before Mayuri teleported once more, directly behind where the Spheal was coming from. It seemed to be surprised by this but its speed in this form wouldn't be easily overlooked.<br><br>The spheal made a quick 180 and sped towards the abra once more, but it would only be met by another teleport behind it again, then another and another and another until it was finally ready to undo itself from the spinning attack. The abra would float, uninterested. The spheal seemed to be getting quite angry by this illusive strategy, its body puffing up exhorbitantly. It would spring off of the ground like a bouncy ball, its tiny flipper glowing with purple energy. This time the abra wouldn't move, instead its fist would be covered in a burning fire before it struck to meet the spheal, their fists coliding. A small explosion would cover the area and a cloud of smoke would come. When it dispersed the abra would be floating again, its fist looking quite damaged, but the spheal would look quite hurt as well. <br><br>"Good job, Mayuri." Carter called, still keeping his arms crossed over his chest. "SPHEEEEEAAAAALLLL!!!" It called out before it tucked itself into a shiny ball once more. Its rollout would come again, however, instead of just teleporting around Mayuri would slowly float up into the air. The spheal wouldn't seem to notice as it began going round and round in circles, trying to find the abra that it assumed was teleporting around again. Meanwhile Mayuri had noticeably fallen asleep up in the air.<br><br>Carter would laugh as the spheal's eyes twirled around even after it stopped before it fell to its side, panting and seemingly too dizzy to continue. Just to fiinish it off Carter nod his head. The abra would seemingly shake itself awake before its fist caught aflame once more and it dove down from the sky, landing right on the pudgy creature with a flaming hit.<br><br>The blonde would cheer as the spheal seemed to pass out from a combination of hits and dizziness. A hand would grab Nao's shoulder, "You wanna catch this little jerk, Nao?" He asked with a raised brow, "Maybe you could get him to be a bit nicer?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>27-11-2017, 00:13:02</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Outside, near docks/town<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> CHARACTER GROWTH!!!!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao shook his head as Carter questioned the Spheal's menacing strength, "I've honestly never seen this kind of thing before..." he muttered, taking the offered potions with a solemn nod, "thanks, but be careful. That pokemon's not just strong, it's super smart as well" Nao said, seeing how the Spheal had managed to come up with a counter for everything he had tried to throw at it, shutting down most of his strategies before they could even begin. With a small sigh he sprayed Pagliacci down withe medicine, the little mime letting out a relieved sigh to show it wasn't in pain anymore, before Nao returned him to his ball, "You did your best buddy, take a rest" Nao said. <br><br>He glanced up and watched the battle commence between Carter and the spheal. To be honest he hadn't expected it to go any better than his own efforts had, but to his surprise Carter turned out to be an incredibly gifted battler, to the point where he wasn't even calling out commands half the time, he and his pokemon were just that well in sync. Nao felt a small tinge of inferiority watching him battle, after all he was supposed to be the one who was ahead, he had more experience traveling and battling as a trainer, yet Carter seemed to have surpassed him on sheer talent alone. The boy unconsciously ran his hand over the badge case in his pocket as he watched the battle in stunned awe, the two tiny trophies suddenly feeling far less impressive. <br><br>When the final blow was struck Nao felt himself at a loss for words, "whoa...." he muttered under his breath, unable to believe he had taken that lethal spheal down so easily, with fire attacks no less! "That was...incredible..." Nao said, slowly getting up to his feet and dusting himself off. However when he felt Carter's hand on his shoulder and offered to let him catch it he suddenly felt conflicted. Nao stared over at the down spheal, already inflating a fresh pokeball in his hand. For a moment it seemed like he would really go through with it, his arm reeling back to throw the ball...but he never did, "sorry..." Nao said, his focused gaze suddenly relaxing to a weary smile, the ball shrinking in his hand as he slipped it back into bag, "but I can't do that"<br><br>With a small sigh he broke from Carter's grasp and made his way over to the downed little fur ball. The spheal seemed conscious enough to see him approach, it's eyebrows furrowing in suspicion, "After all I didn't beat you, so it wouldn't be right to catch you as if I had. I'm not the kind of guy to let other people catch my pokemon for me, I have more pride than that at least" he said, kneeling down beside the spheal and taking out the other potion Carter had given him. The spheal cocked it's head in confusion as Nao gently placed his hand on it's head and began to spritz it down with the healing spray "spheal?...spheal?..." it murmured, feeling it's wounds and fatigue vanish just like that, "Besides, it took two trainers and three pokemon to finally take you down. In my eyes that makes you the real winner here" he said, smiling as he petted the confused spheal's head, "you're a real tough little guy you know that? I'm sure you're gonna grow up big and strong one day...and until you find a trainer who's really strong enough to be worthy of you, I think you should keep fighting and living free...maybe ease up on the mean streak a little...got that?" he said, standing up and giving the spheal a small nod before turning and walking off, the spheal seemingly too stunned to respond, just watching as Nao walked back over to his companion.<br><br>"Sorry Carter, it was a nice gesture, and I really appreciate it, but I'm going to fight my own battles, and part of that is knowing when to accept a loss, it's only fair" he said, suddenly leaning forward and planting a tiny peck on the boy's cheek, "though that was pretty manly, sweeping in like a knight in shining armor" he cooed, "If I was a girl I probably would have been swooning after that" he teased, shooting him a devious little wink before turning towards the town proper, "though speaking of swooning ladies we've still got an errand to run for the professor, what do you say we swing by the pokecenter for a quick heal and get back on track?" he asked, hooking around Carter's arm and tugging him along.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>27-11-2017, 00:36:02</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Street to pokecenter<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Crushing super hard<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter would watch as the boy seemed ready to catch the little creature and was smiling innocently, completely oblivious to Nao's current inner feelings. His brows furrowed a bit when the other refused, however, and walked over to Spheal. Carter would stand at a bit of a distance, recalling Mayuri into his ball, afraid that the mean little creature would try and hit him or something. He would smile, however, seeing Nao's kind side coming to light even in such a defeat. He rubbed his head, suddenly a bit self conscious about how forward he'd been about stepping into the battle.<br><br>When Nao returned to him Carter would smile and shrug, "Well, I practiced on dummies with Mayuri a lot and he's an abra so their psychic power is pretty stro-..." He would stop and his face would turn a crimson red after Nao kissed his cheek, his eyes wide as a stantler in headlights. "So... I... I'm... I did..." He would trail off into a mummbling murmur once more as Nao took his arm and began walking iwth him, just nodding his head as the two of them walked through town once more. <br><br>After a few minutes Carter's face would pale down once more and he would stop his eyes from darting around, "Uh... I... Mayuri has a very strong... Psychic link since I got him from an egg... He can hear my commands in my head so I don't need to yell any." He would look up at Nao, "I thought it would be a good tactical thing in battles so I worked really hard with it. Nemu, of course, I still need to call to her." He would smile, "Maybe you and I can work on psychic links, Paggliaci is a psychic type too, maybe he could link up with your thoughts. I think you would have had a better time with a less... Weird Spheal. That one had some crazy moves. Who teaches a Spheal sucker punch?" He asked with a chuckle.<br><br>The two would get to a pokemon center before Carter finally remembered the pack that was resting on his shoulder. "Oh, that's right! A nice salesmen sold me this awesome fishing rod, Nao! We can catch some water type pokemon on the coast." He chimed in with a happy smile.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>06-12-2017, 20:23:20</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Outside, near docks/town<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong><br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao couldn't help but smile slyly seeing how his little kiss had left the other boy speechless. It seemed there was at least one area where Carter wasn't ready to surpass him just yet, and Nao took advantage of the silence to just enjoy a quiet moment with his old friend, a few people glancing at them as they made their way through town, Nao wrapped around Carter's arm, no doubt thinking they were a cute couple and not just childhood friends. <br><br>When Carter finally snapped back to reality (oop there goes gravity) Nao gave a small nod and a chuckle, "Wow, that's pretty impressive. Though to be honest I don't think reading your thoughts is all that hard, your face makes you an open book" he teased, playfully poking the boy's cheek, seeing how obviously flustered he had been over a tiny little kiss on the cheek, "that does sound like a useful trick though, you should definitely teach it too me some time" he said, shaking his head in agreement when he mentioned how strange the spheal had been, "for sure, that really caught me off guard...though I guess that's why it's called sucker punch..." he chimed with a cute little shrug. <br><br>As the two entered the pokemon center Nao gave a quizzical cock of his head as he mentioned the fishing rod he had purchased, "You know I was going to ask about that, I didn't know you were into fishing" he mused as he handed in his pokeballs, the nurse slotting them onto the healing machine and bringing his pokemon back up to full health in mere seconds, a true marvel of modern technology. It was so convenient that Nao didn't even have to break from the conversation over the course of the entire procedure, "fishing huh?...well it's a bit early in our journey to start talking about taking a break" the boy teased, having always seen fishing as a leisurely activity. Granted if that spheal was any indication the water pokemon on this continent were no joke, "though I admit I am curious to see what other pokemon are swimming around out there" he added, latching his pokeballs back onto his belt and giving an affirmative nod of his head, "alright, all set to go"
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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>07-12-2017, 02:29:00</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Professor Pine's Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Althea, Carter, Naozumi, Professor Pine<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Let the adventure begin!!o<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><br>As Naozumi snapped pictures of Daniel she stuck pose after pose like it was a fancy photo shoot. Then her attention was yet again grabbed by Professor Pine as she explained to them the location of the keys. What a coincidence! They could enjoy the big kick off party for the Arcaia league, And get these keys for the professor. As Nao and Carter left Daniel stayed to catch every last detail the professor had to give them. Then as Pine wished them farewell and returned to her work Daniel waved her goodbye as well. <strong>”Goodbye professor! We’ll be sure to make you proud!”</strong> She caked out. At the sound of the crash she winced, but hearing the professors call assumed that not only was she okay but that this was a rather common occurrence around this lab. <br><br>With their destinies before them Daniel faved the two remaining pokédex holders still with her. <strong>”Alright team! It sounds like we have a party to attend!”</strong> Daniel squealed excitedly as the adventures before them flooded her mind. What wonders would they behold on their pokémon journey? Only one way to find out! Putting Ralts behind her to sit on her to hold on around her neck Daniel grabbed Althea and Graham by the arms and hauled them&nbsp; out of the lab with her. <strong>”Leeeeeet’s gooooooo!!”</strong><br><br>As the trio burst out onto the street Daniel pulled them along at a rather quick pace, wanting to get to the festivities pronto! The closer they got to the center of the city the more people began to appear. People from all walks of life and every pokémon you could imagine filed the streets. On the light posts and store fronts hung lights and banners announcing the Arcaia pokémon league. Vendor’s selling all sorts of food, trinkets, clothes for both humans and pokémon, specialty pokéballs, and so much more were swarmed by crowds of people. Impromptu pokémon battles between trainers from around the world were seen taking place in the streets, with groups gathered and cheering on the various pokémon. All around excitement buzzed in the air as trainers young and old awaited the ceremony to kick of the new league. Daniel finally stopped pulled her new friends when they made it to the center of all the excitement. Before them stood a grand stage with lights and projectors and screens raised up on a massive stage. In the center of the stage stood a podium with a pokéball symbol on the front. And behind this grand stage stood the tallest building in the city, Pokkén Tower. Daniel spun around, soaking in all there was to see and hear and smell. <strong>”Wow!! This is SO COOL!!! What should we do now?! I wonder when the ceremony will start? Ooh! Is that a cotton candy stall?!”</strong> Not waiting for a response from her companions Daniel rushed over to a stall selling cotton candy shaped like all kinds of fairy type pokémon. She bought one for herself and each of her pokemon and the three messily enjoyed the sugary treat as the returned to their friends. <strong>”So... what next?”</strong> she asked through a mouth of cotton candy.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>09-12-2017, 03:47:55</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pine's Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Carter, Naozumi, Graham, Pine<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>She didn't particularly want to go, in fact there were a few things here that Althea wanted to spend significant time carefully studying, but she had a job to do, she supposed. <br>Also, Daniel had sorta pulled her out along witht he younger woman, so there was that too.<br><br>She'd gone along with the photo and given a quiet, shy little Combee of her own, mostly happy at the excuse to stay close beside Pine but she had been given a task and Althea had decided she would use it to impress the professor. <br><br>She didn't object to being dragged along by Daniel and, rather more importantly, neither did either of her pokemon; Lamia seeming to have enjoyed the ride on her shoulders and Brigid entire unperturbed as she kept pace behind them, the Kangaskhan having helped get the crowd to move out of the group's path by her mere presence. <br>Althea took the sights in around her calmly, quite prepared to go to the tower and ... cotton candy?<br>She hadn't had that for ages and the blonde quickly joined Daniel in getting herself a rather large helping of sugar.<br><br>"Now?" She asked in reply to the other girl, the sugar in her treat having moved the woman from her apparent default sleepy state to somewhere that she actually looked both awake and aware. "We- or I, at least, was supposed to get those keys, but I figure there's no harm in having at least a look around first, right?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>15-12-2017, 01:09:43</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Professor Pine's Pokemon Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Althea, Professor Pine<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Not wearing his lucky charm right now<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>Despite the accident, it didn't seem anyone was really hurt, though more than a few had gotten beaned by the offending Pokeballs. Still, no one seemed entirely offended and that was the important part. The greetings and interactions could continue on a brighter note. From the sound of things, accidents happened here often, earning a somewhat nervous chuckle from the male as the Aipom grinned in amusement. Part of her trainer wondered just how many people came here to register on a daily basis... Or maybe being accident-prone was part of this lab's charm, to show that not every place was some super high technology center, and that mistakes could not just be made, but also learned from... Or maybe he was just reading too far into things.<br><br>Having a Pokemon from nearly every region was unusual enough, but the fact they were all caught in the <em>same</em> region of Arcaia, that was where the surprise came from. What was so unusual and distinct about this place that species from all over the world wanted to live here? A trip on a boat was nowhere near enough time for Graham to ponder this... Only an adventure would be enough to solve that mystery. However, there was also the reports of rampaging Pokemon that he had to look into as well, and asking upfront about them would probably just spook the other trainers. Maybe if he could wait for there to be a smaller crowd... Besides, they seemed happy enough to listen to Professor Pine go into a happy explanation of how so many diverse Pokemon could exist in the ecosystems they did with minimal difficulty. The explanation that Arceus was what shaped the region... Well, it didn't seem farfetched, especially given the region seemed to hold some sort-of name reference to it. Before she could continue, however, she remembered they were there for the league registration. Her amusement and boundless energy were almost infectious, but Graham remained quiet as he looked at the box placed before them. Some sort-of device to hold the badges they would be getting? More importantly, it seemed they were among the last to show up before league registration, and were eligible to get Pokedexes!<br><br><em>'Definitely going to help while i'm investigating Arcaia... Hm, maybe I can use this to secure a direct line of information. Wonder if I can get news feeds on this...'</em> He hummed, keeping his thoughts to himself as he looked the Pokedex over. Per the instructions given to them by the Professor, he jotted his name and that of his Pokemon down in the device, his Aipom striking a pose before doing so. "Does it even keep the pose? You're just being a showoff now." He chuckled, having the Aipom stick her tongue out at him while Snivy simply coiled up his leg and over to his arm as much as he could, pulling himself up to rest on his other shoulder. He had everything he needed, and all he had to do was be on his way now... Though found himself distracted when Nao suggested a group photo. He was skeptical at first, but... Well, there wouldn't be many chances for these, so may as well take it now, right? He shuffled to the back of the group, uttering an awkward "Combee?" before the picture was taken. He reached up to pull the hoodie over his eyes for a moment, sighing at his reluctance, before it was time for the group to part. Nao and Carter seemed to have their own ventures planned, and he had an investigation to conduct... Turning, he moved to exit the lab alo-<br><br>"Huh?" He felt a small tug at his arm, before a loud squeal of 'let's go' rang out as Daniel darted out, dragging not just Althea but him as well! He nearly stumbled, awkwardly trying to get his footing before he finally found a pace to match hers. "Ah, hey, where's the fire!? H-hold up, let me get a chance here!" He complained, Aipom and Snivy hanging onto the boy (the former giggling the whole way) before the ride finally let up. Daniel stopped, allowing him to breath a sigh of relief, before he stood upright and looked around... Some sort-of ceremony taking place? Maybe he should have paid attention to the discussions in the lab more. All he remembered was that Sleeping Beauty was supposed to get a pair of keys, one light and one dark. Where'd the ceremony fit in? "Well, so much for a private investigation... Huh? Cotton Candy? Do we really have time for-" He started to ask, but Daniel had already moved off. "Oh, I get it, i'm the third wheel that's just there and interacted with as needed. I see how this works." He sighed with an amused shrug before Daniel returned with snacks for her and her Pokemon. Even Althea seemed to be interested in enjoying the treat.<br><br><em>'Remember, Graham, they're just people on an adventure, don't go ruining their fun.'</em> he had to remind himself. Plus if he needed to, he could always contact Professor Pine for the information he needed. "So fill me in here. We're getting some keys for the professor? That doesn't sound particularly hard, uneventful even. I guess we can spare a few minutes and take in the sights. I don't usually get a chance to stop and enjoy the views." He remarked, before looking at the other two. "I know we're together right now and all, but should we exchange numbers just incase? You know, for communication purposes and all."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>15-12-2017, 03:42:39</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokecenter to coast<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Crushing super hard<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter would chuckle, "Yeah, if we found a magikarp as strong as that spheal then imagine how crazy it would be as a Gyarados." He would prop the fishing rod bag on his shoulder and start heading out with Nao, not really needing to heal his pokemon thanks to Mayuri's speed and evasion. As they got outside, however, Carter's ear would twitch and he would turn to look down the street. There he would see a large gathering festival with several stalls and many many people. "Oh, Nao, that must be the place the professor was talking about." <br><br>From the pokemon center it would be incredibly easy to see the massive tower they'd been told about. He would smile, "Let's go see if the festival has anything fun going on. I could go for some fried food!" He would take Nao's hand in his and the two would head over towards the crowd, Carter actually taking the reigns of navigation for the first time.<br><br>As they got through Carter would immediately find a stall selling some funnel cake and bought him and Nao one each, immediately taking a bite. "Man, this is awesome." He said with a smile. Moments later a red light would come from his pocket and Nemu would appear from nowhere, jumping up and grabbing the cake from his hands. "Buneary!"<br><br>Carter would blink before trying to grab the cake from the rabbit, who just jumped onto his shoulder and began jumping and running around him to keep the treat for herself. "Nemu! Bad girl!" He called, trying to grab the fluffy rabbit.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>18-12-2017, 17:29:44</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Outside, near docks/town<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong><br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao gave an exaggerated shiver of fear at the prospect of a Gyrados as strong and nasty as that spheal was, "That would certainly be a terror for sure. You could probably solo the whole league with a beast like that" he mused with a chuckle, blinking a few times as Carter pointed out all the festival processions, "Oh my, they seem to take this opening ceremony thing pretty seriously huh? It almost feels like a holiday" he mused as they walked hand in hand between the stalls and street performers, all of it adding a very festive feel to thing. <br><br>Nao smiled as Carter handed him his funnel cake, taking a quick bite to taste it. He had to admit funnel cake had never been his favorite, but this was actually pretty good, definitely different from the way they made it in Kalos. Of course that made the boy realize something, this was a region known for having pokemon from every region, but it was also attracting people from every region as well. Looking around he noticed upon closer inspection that all the different stalls and booths had very distinct styles and appearances, reflecting the vendors' native regions. The huge mix of different cultures that had all flocked here to form these new colonies were a marvel in of themselves, Nao taking a moment to snap a few pictures to document all the different peoples interacting and sharing their cultures. <br><br>Seeing Carter's buneary run off with his cake launched Nao into a fit of giggles, the blonde boy looking quite silly chasing the adorable bunny around. However before Carter could catch Nemu, he'd suddenly feel a hand grab his shoulder and spin him around, "say ah!" Nao cooed, pressing a piece of his own cake into Carter's mouth, his sugar coated finger briefly lingering on the boy's lips before pulling back and giving him a playful smile, "good no?" he teased, holding up the treat to Carter's lips, offering him another bite. At the same time his other hand was busy releasing Pagliacci and Snowball from their pokeballs, Nao bending down to split the remaining funnel cake between both of them after letting Carter take a few more bites, "here you go guys, a treat for fighting so hard back there" he cooed. <br><br>However while Nao had been casual about the sweets so far, had to protect that girlish figure, that all changed when he spotted the rainbow of icecream cones on display from a stand up ahead, "Oh my Arceus!" the boy exclaimed, rushing over in a flash, leaving both Carter and his own pokemon in the dust, "oh wow...so many different flavors..." Nao marveled as the impressive selection. Obviously there were the typical ones: vanilla, chocolate, oren berry, etc. but there were so many flavors he hadn't ever heard of using for ice cream before that it almost boggled the mind. One in particular caught his attention though, something called sea salt ice cream &nbsp;(https://i.imgur.com/mHjmc5U.jpg), "woah...I wonder what <em>that</em> tastes like..." the boy mused, ordering it out of pure curiosity. Plus they were close to the sea, so it was probably extra fresh or something right? The boy was greeted by a beautiful swirling cone of icecream as blue as the sea itself, and he immediately rushed back over to Carter to show off his discover, "Carter Carter! Look at this ice cream. Isn't it so pretty?" Nao exclaimed, taking that moment to finally lean in and take a lick, his tastebuds hit with the most tantalizing combination of salty and sweet, "oh wow it actually tastes great too...here try some!" he urged, holding up the cone to his companion, the visual of them sharing an icecream cone no doubt adding to the idea that they were a couple. 
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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>18-12-2017, 17:45:14</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Fishy Fishy Fishy!!<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><br>Daniel was glad to see the other two getting into the spirit of things. Sure they had an errand to run for the professor, buuuuut she did also say to enjoy the festival. So enjoy it they would. <strong>”That’s the spirit! Ooh and I agree we should totally exchange numbers!”</strong> Daniel whipped out her pokédex and shared her number with the others, getting theirs’ in return. She’d have to remember to get the other two’s numbers if she saw them later. Then, with that settled Daniel lead the way. The festival seemed to have all the classics, strongman contests, ring toss games and water pokémon water gun races to win giant stuffed poképlushies, fishing for magikarp, and many more games. There were even some street performers. A trainer and their Smeargle painting caricatures, a troop of dancing bellosom putting on a show, and all the fried food you could stomach. Daniel seemed particularly interested in the magikarp game. Before the trip was a massive tank filled with magikarp of all different sizes. Small ones as big as you head, up to giant ones almost as large as a person. <strong>”Oh I SO need one of those!”</strong> Daniel exclaimed before jumping up onto the raised platform that had the man running the stand and a fishing rod. <strong>”Step right up, one and all! Try you might in a battle of wills! Can you claim one of these magnificent pokémon from the watery depths? And which one shall you choose? A grand prize goes to the lucky angler who catches the magikarp with the golden star on its belly! Step right up, don’t be shy! You! Care to try you strength against these incredible beast?”</strong><br><br>The showman didn’t need to try so hard to sell this game to Daniel. She had her sights set on winning one of those red beauties for herself. Fishing into her bag and yanking our some money she handed it over to the showman. <strong>”That fishy is as good as mine!”</strong> With confidence and bravado Daniel cast her line into the large tank. Immediately one of the larger magikarp snagged ahold of it and snapped the pole in half. Daniel stood there blinking for a moment, not sure what just happened. The showman however had a ceiling grin on his lips as he ‘conveniently’ handed her a second pole. <strong>”Ooh, rotten luck kid. That almost never happens. Why don’t you try again?”</strong> For good measure the man waggled his eye brows. With a scowl and a ‘harumph’ Daniel tried again, only for the pole to break... again.<br><br>After about five rods snapping and another two magikarp slipping away with the bait Daniel was slowly turning scarlet? The steam almost visible escaping from her ears. With another word of encouragement from the showman Daniel snatched one last rod from the man. <strong>”Tell you what I’ll do kid. You just seem to be having the worst luck. How about I sweeten the deal a bit? If you can snag this very next magikarp, I’ll give you the grand prize. BUT! It will cost you double, and this will be your last try. I got other customers awaitin’.”</strong> Snorting Daniel formed over the money and reared back the old rod. <strong>”Heeeeeeeerrree goooooooeesss!”</strong> With all’s the zeal she had left Daniel cast the lherself he into the churning water. It bobbed for a minute, and then snapped taught. With a yell of exhibition Daniel headed to great pokémon with all her strength, and the rod held! A battle of will ensued, the magikarp flailing wildly and Daniel tugging this way and that, trying to pull up her prize. With one last heave the magikarp shot from the water and into the air. With a great splash of water the fish smacked the showman right in the face, drenching him and slapping him in the face a few times. With a triumphant cheer Daniel jumped for joy finally having won her prize. <strong>”Yeees! I did it!”</strong> Grinning ear to ear the gray haired girl hurried over to scoop up her fishy prize. <br><br>The showman looked a little stunned as he sat there soaking wet. When Daniel picked up her magikarp she held out her hand for her much deserved prize. <strong>”Alright, I caught him, now what’s this grand prize?”</strong> The man was still a little dazed from the snacked he received. Without saying anything he simply handed over a golden pokéball for her new pokémon to reside in. <strong>”Thank you!”</strong> With her prize in hand Daniel tapped the ball to the magikarp, the fish turning into a red light and being sucked into the shiny pokéball. Hoping down from the platform Daniel rejoined her friends. <strong>”Well, that was fun. What do you guys want to do now?”</strong>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>18-12-2017, 18:28:23</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokecenter to coast<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Crushing super hard<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter would be chasing Nemu around as she ate his cake, running about and managing to dodge every grab that was thrown her way. "Nemu you are getting such a talking to when I catch you!" He called, just narrowly avoiding crashing into a few people. He'd almost cornered the little rabbit when a hand grabbed onto his shoulder and spun him around. "Wha-?" He would gasp when the cake was pushed into his face and his eyes would widen, taking the offered bite. His cheeks and ears would redden as he nodded to the question, "Rearry goo..." His full mouth had him raising a hand to cover his lips during speech, but he'd be smiling when he lowered it again. He watched as Nao fed his own two pokemon, the idea of releasing Mayuri in this crowd was tempting, but he knew the pokemon had his own aversions to crowds. <br><br>The blonde had just wiped his face of powdered sugar when Nao rushed off, Carter's eyes following the bounce of the boy's behind the whole while. Nao's speed would be quite something, before Carter was even able to take a few steps Nao was already back with a gorgeous looking ice cream cone. He would nod, looking at the fine, sea blue ball of sweetness. The prospect of what they were doing wouldn't really hit until Carter had already licked the salty, sweet cream, sending the strange taste through his tongue. "Ohhhh wow! That is good." He grinned, taking another lick from it. <br><br>A large woman would emerge from the crowd, standing a foot above Carter, wearing a bright, pink dress. "Wigglytuff!" Carter said in shock as the woman charged up behind him. The large lady would laugh and shake her head, <em>"No no, dear! I was just looking at you and your cute girlfriend and was wondering how long you two had been together! It's my anniversary with my husband, you see and I told him you two looked just like we did when we were younger."</em> Moments later an equally massive man would walk towards them, wearing a dark blue and beige shirt, "Honey! Don't interrupt them like that, it's rude. You know how bashful kids can be!" <br><br>Carter would already be beat red, "Uh.. W-we... we are.... we... not.... To-to-togeth-... we... I...." His mind would seemingly be completely gone for the moment as Nemu jumped onto his shoulder and bopped his head a few times with her tiny paw. The small rabbit would hop on top of her trainer's head and pushed her ears over his eyes, though the boy seemed unaffected as he continued stammering to himself.<br><br>The large man would shake his head, "I'm sorry, kids. My wife tends to get excitable and butts into things." He said, slapping Carter on the back which nearly knocked the rabbit off of him. "I hope we didn't kill the mood for the two of you. Here, to make up for it..." The man would reach into his pocket and pull out some red pieces of paper, "Here's a couple game tickets so you guys can try your hands, they've got some good stuff this year! Have fun!" He would all but yank his wife away, who was still fawning and occasionally pinching Nao's cheek like a grandmother. <br><br>Carter would still be in a daze as the two of them left, the tickets still sitting on his outstretched hand as Nemu kept bopping and poking him.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>18-12-2017, 21:08:18</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> flags being triggered <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao smirked at Carter's agreement, "you know I'm definitely starting to like it here" he cooed, leaning in for another lick at the same time as Carter, the soft swirl of frozen sugar the only thing separating them from an impromptu kiss. Thank goodness the others weren't there to see it, otherwise there'd be a whole lot of weird expectations during the rest of their travels. Though speaking of weird expectations, it seemed that someone <em>had</em> spotted their little provocative display, as jolly rotund woman came nearly dancing onto the scene to greet them, Nao having to cover his mouth to keep from laughing when Carter unconsciously called the woman a wigglytuff. <br><br>Like Carter, Nao blushed a bit at the woman's misunderstanding, seeming to think they were boyfriend and girlfriend, or boyfriend and boyfriend as would have been more appropriate. However he was much quicker to cover from the shock, and was even about to jokingly play along when Carter quickly tried to stammer out a denial, causing him to break into another fit of giggles, "It's quite alright monsieur, your wife is very sweet" he cooed, casting a sideways glance at Carter who's brain seemed to be busy rebooting. While Carter was getting hooked up with the tickets Nao was basking in the attention from the man's wife, giving a little twirl so she could fawn over his cuteness and letting her pinch his cheeks, Paggliacci imitating all the large woman's movements behind her back without her realizing, much to Snowball's amusement. It was moments like this that he really felt confident about his cross dressing, it made him feel so pretty inside and out. <br><br>When the lovable couple waddled off Nao was quick to step in and give him his own firm pat on the back, "wow can you believe they actually thought we were a couple? Pretty silly right?" the boy cooed with a small chuckle, reaching forward to swipe the tickets out of Carter's outstretched hand, "but hey we got some free tickets out of it right? Hmmm wonder what game it's for though....well I'm sure it'll be worth it no matter what it is since it's free" &nbsp;the boy said with a shrug, recalling his pokemon so they wouldn't get lost in the crowd and hooking an arm over Cater's shoulders, "come on why don't we go check it out?" he suggested, playfully smoshing some of the ice cream cone against Carter's lips and nose to wake him up from his daze, "what do you say...<em>mon amour</em>?" he cooed, pouting out his lips and whispering the "my love" part extra sexily just to tease him. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>23-12-2017, 05:32:24</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokecenter to coast<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Crushing super hard<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>In the aftermath of that strange exchange Carter would be left a blushing, stammering mess. He didn't even seem to notice the two people leaving as he just stood with his arm outstretched, the tickets hung from them. It woldn't be until Nao had slapped him on the back that he would come down from his other planet for a moment, Nemu flailing a bit on top of his head when he did so, grabbing onto his hair to avoid falling off, which brought Carter down even further. "Y-y-y-yeah... Heh.. Hahah... So silly." He said, rubbing the back of his head before his hand slid over his eyes. He wold smirk and grab Nemu down from his head, holding the rabbit under one arm as he looked to Nao, more or less recovered from his little episode for the moment. <br><br>The blonde would lift up the tickets and start to read them when Nao whispered into his ear and his eyes swirled a bit. His cheeks would turn red again before he chuckled nervously, "It's- It... For... A game!&nbsp; A game called... Uh... Meowstick mania?" He said, glancing around the area. He would take a few steps before he noticed the tall ears of two meowsticks up a bit away from them. "Oh, I think that's it over there." He would point to the stand and lead the way. <br><br>When they finally got to the stall they wold see an ornate, pink heart with two meowsticks inside of it, smiling and holding hands. The booth sign would read, "Meowstick mania, the ultimate trivia game for couples and newlyweds!!!" Carter's eyes would dull when he saw it, "So... It's a game for couples...?" He said before chuckling nervously, "Well... Well... We we've been friends a long time, we could still win, right?" He asked, looking over to the prizes. There seemed to be several dolls up for the win of varying sizes, the man prize looking like a collapsible, five person, snorlax tent. "Oh wow! I would actually really love to win that! It's so cute." The blonde said with a big smile. He would look to Nao for affirmation before he went to the stall tender, "Could we play a round?" He asked, handing the tickets to the man.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>23-12-2017, 19:11:29</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> game face on<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao rose a brow when Carter gave the name of the game. "Meowstic Mania"? It didn't exactly help explain what it actually was. Still he dutifully followed his companion to the spot, blushing himself when he saw the clear romantic theme of the game before Carter even read it off, "oh...." Nao murmured, his thighs rubbing together anxiously at the idea. Teasing Carter was one thing, but actually going up on a stage with other couples for everyone to see...<br><br>This time it was Carter who snapped him out of his haze, the boy glancing up at the tent and nodding softly, "wow, that <em>is</em> pretty impressive..." he murmured, looking to Carter and giving a determined smile, "alright let's do this! We'll show them the power of our friendshi-er I mean our <em>love</em>...darling..." Nao exclaimed, quickly correcting himself in front of the ticket man, not knowing if they'd get disqualified or not if they found out they weren't really a couple. Just to be safe Nao decided they should at least keep up the ruse, and as such found himself latching onto Carter's arm as they headed up to the stands were the other couples were gathering for the game. <br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>24-12-2017, 04:08:54</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokecenter to coast<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Crushing super hard<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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 Carter handed the tickets over an elderly man with incredibly large sunglasses would take them and grin, "Alright, then! We got one more cute couple up for the game!" He called, suddenly producing a microphone out from his jacket pocket. He would stand up on his previous seat and call out to the crowd, "Gather round! GATHER ROUND! The Meowstick Mania questionnaire of love is about to help another pair of young mates find their hearts!" The spectacle in and of itself had a relatively well sized group of people circle around the stand and the sunglassed announcer would lead the two youths up onto the stage with a grin, "Right this way, little ones, right this way! Watch it, kiddo, your girlfriend's behind might over stuff the love seat!" He would laugh and wave at the audience, the large chair they were lead to being in the shape of two luvdisks kissing. "Just a jest, my sweet, just a jest." He affirmed Nao in his double speak. <br><br>Carter would already be sweating a bit in the crowd, looking about at all the tourists around them, looking more like a frightened child by the second. His hand would subconsciously grip Nao's thigh as his heart raced in his chest. <br><br>"Alright, everyone, the rules are simple! I'm going to ask this darling pair a few questions about their respective partner, the more questions they get right, or even the most entertaining, puts them in the running to win a glorious prize! If they score high enough they'll receieve the DELUXE Snorlax mega tent! Perfect for any trainer group, date night, or scandalous affair with as many consenting partners as you two crazy kids will allow!" He called before leaning in, "By the way, my number's on the back of the tickets!" He said into the mic in a shownman style, garnering a solid laugh from the crowd.<br><br>Carter would chuckle sheepishly and nod, "Sounds good..." He managed to say, rubbing his cheek.<br><br>"Aww, look at him, Folks! The little guy's shakin' like a love sick Herdier! How cute." He called. The crowd would clap and chuckle as Carter reddened a bit more, his grip continuing on Nao's thigh. The elderly man would produce a small stack of flash cards and flip through them, "Alright, we're gonna start with the easy questions and move our way up, sound good?" He asked before continuing immediately, "FANtastic. The first question's goin to our tanned little dynamite here! Miss, tell me: 'What was the first memory you have of your blonde little loverboy, there.'." He would wave his stack of cards towards Carter and a small table would rise from the stage, a small microphone extending from it. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>29-12-2017, 02:32:48</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Althea, <br><strong>Notes:</strong> Not wearing his lucky charm right now<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>"Do you just never run out of energy?" Graham's curiosity was piqued as Daniel just... Never seemed to stop, never seemed to lose her cheer. Maybe he was just too jaded and tired from past experiences, but he couldn't begin to understand where the excitable girl drew all her energy from. In a few moments, however, his Aipom scurried up and moved her tail infront of his mouth, using the 'fingers' to curl his mouth into a smile. It contrasted quite hard with the flat stare he gave his partner, who simply seemed to shrug and grin. "Yeah, yeah, I get it. Smile more, grouch less. I bet Snivy would think otherwi-" He started to speak, but the Pokemon in question was coming back with a small stick of cotton candy for himself, clearly enjoying the festival too much. Maybe he was alone in wanting to get down to business. Giving up, he opted to just follow Daniel and Althea around in their ventures.<br><br>Seeing Daniel wanting to try her hand at the fishing minigame, Graham frowned. The guy sounded like a con man, and the entire set-up reeked of money theft. "I just want to warn you as an associate, this might be a bad idea." He started, but she was too invested in the game to hear. With a sigh, he folded his arms and watched the events unfold before him, ending with each one of her rods snapping. <em>'How convenient...'</em> He narrowed his eyes, before huffing when the man proposed a double-or-nothing maneuver. He was about ready to accost the man the moment Daniel's last rod snapped, but she seemed to not only keep the rod together, but succeeded at pulling a Magikarp free from the water... Right into the face of the man. Irregardless of whether it was the grand prize winning Magikarp or not, she was able to walk away with the prize: A Golden Pokeball to hold her new Magikarp. "Wow... I guess karma really is a bit- Ow! Alright alright, I won't finish the sentence!" Graham hissed as the Aipom tugged his ear. Shaking his head, he waited for Daniel to approach before he grinned. "Nice pull. I was worried you were just gonna get scammed out of your cash there. You'd be surprised at how often i've seen it put to work... At least outside Arcaia anyway." He mused, before looking around.<br><br>"Not gonna lie, I really just want to finish that errand before I decide to cut loose and have some fun. Strongman Contests and Ring Toss... I don't get much time to play around like this, but I want to get everything else outta the way first." He finished, before he looked at Althea and her cotton candy. "Uh, mind if I get a piece?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>30-12-2017, 21:06:15</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> game face on<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao felt a rush excitement tingle up and down his body as the announcer began to draw everyone in for the game. The boy glanced over at the other couples, a mixture of nervous faces and confident posturing, some where even kissing to try and show off how in love they were. As embarrassing as it was to be put on display like this, he had to admit he felt his competitive spirit being stirred on, especially when the crowd gathered in. However when the sleazy old man suddenly remarked about Nao's bigger than average behind the boy turned cherry pie red, "h-hey!" he exclaimed, shooting the old geezer a glare, but the man had already turned to play to the crowd before he could say anything else. Nao would find himself self-consciously tugging at his shorts as they nestled into the loveseat, not used to such crude remarks about his ass. It wasn't that big was it? <br><br>As Carter began to get nervous, Nao had the opposite reaction, the host's crass behavior causing the boy to don a serious game face, apparently determined to win if only to spite the old man. He barely even registered Carter gripping his thigh, though the crowd certainly didn't miss it, as the small little table/podium in front of their love seat obscured what Carter's hand was actually doing, making it look like he was just sticking his hand under the table and between Nao's legs, allowing the crowd's imagination to run wild, "is it now..." Nao muttered, making a show of crumpling up his ticket in his fist when the host mentioned his number being on it. <br><br>When the first question came Nao gave a smile. Get the questions right and make it entertaining huh? Well that would be easy enough. He shot a brief apologetic look to Carter, knowing he was about to exploit his shyness for a bit of extra <em>impact</em> before leaning in towards the microphone, "well that's easy. I had just come over from my home region when my parents took me to see him at his family's luxurious mansion. When I first saw him he was like a dashing royal prince, and the whole time we played together I couldn't stop my heart from fluttering. Our parents ended up making up playmates, but I think they really knew they were pairing us up for something much more than that. It was kind of like a fairy tale, being destined to be together since we were mere children" he cooed, placing his hand over Carter's and leaning in close, his lips just lightly grazing against the boy's ear, "isn't that right?...darling...?" he cooed, his breath hot and steamy in Carter's ear, the crowd spurring it on with whistles and woooo's. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>30-12-2017, 21:45:16</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pine's Lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>While she had entertained thoughts of attempting the Magikarp catching herself, especially when the obviously rigged rods made themselves clearly apparent - there was, Althea had found, something about having a seven foot tall Kangaskhan standing behind you that made people quite hesitant about trying to cheat you - but it seemed that Daniel was, somehow, able to handle the broken rod just fine in the end. <br>When Graham asked for some of her cotton candy, Althea's initial response was a loud, wide yawn, having gotten tired just watching Daniel's display of energy. <br><br>"Sure," she replied, apparently unbothered by her unprovoked yawning, holding out her sugary treat for him to help himself. <br>"I guess we should think about going and getting the things," she continued. "But I'm fine just looking around for a-" she yawned again. "For a bit, I guess. But, if you want to go collect the keys now, that's fine with me."<br>She wasn't saying much and Althea had the faint suspicion that she'd repeated herself in the same sentence but her earlier nap had started to wear off and she had returned to her usual minimal level of wakefulness. <br>"I wonder if they make coffee cotton candy," she mused, apparently at random.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>01-01-2018, 22:26:45</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokecenter to coast<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Crushing super hard<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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 the round began and the first question was asked Carter immediately began worrying if the questions would become too difficult for him to remember or even answer properly. He was no showman after all and there was a massive amount of people watching them. At least, in his mind, the crowd was roughly 20 people, the number fluctuating as people were brought in or left for other attractions. This wasn't going to be easy for the young blonde, that was for certain.<br><br>Carter only just caught the apologetic look from Nao before the other began his answer, immediately the other boy's face started reddening further and was only getting worse as the tanned boy continued. By the time Nao's soft voice was right to Carter's ear it wouldn't have been a shock if steam was fuming up from his hair as he looked down to his own lap. He felt a strange stirring in his gut when Nao spoke so seductively to him, that was soon replaced by a stirring in his pants that he immediately looked up from. He would cross one leg slightly over the other as he tried to collect himself. The announcer would hop up on this, however. "My my MY OH MY! What a sweet and vivacious answer!" He called, looking out at the audience, "Our little tomato friend seems like he's about to blow his lid, among other things!" A sound effect of a spring going off would come from, seemingly, nowhere and Carter would cover his eyes for a moment.<br><br>"I think that round certainly went to our middle pair! Whaddya say, folks!" He called, earning a collective cheer and clap from the crowd before a one appeared on a screen in their podium. The other two couples on the stage seemed to huff at this, a few even whispering to each other. It took some internal couching but Carter's face dulled down a bit and he managed to look straight ahead as the announcer got to his next question, shuffling his cards a bit.<br><br>"Alrighty, next round, let's see how they do, folks! This time the question will be about your respective partner." He would tap his cards on a wall before smiling to the group of young lovers, "Tell me, what is the most attractive thing to you about your partner? And this one is only for the boys, everyone!" <br><br>Carter would glance at Nao, his immediate idea being to try and pander by talking about his friend's behind, especially since the announcer had called attention to it before. The other two couples would answer first, one saying 'her hair' to lukewarm reception at best, and the other taking the more crass 'boobs', which actually had his accompaniment slap him on the cheek. Eyes would fall to Carter and the blonde would look around, glancing at the audience. "I uh... it's... I..." He would mumble into the microphone. "Mic is only so strong, sun top, ya gotta speak up!" The announcer called.<br><br>Carter took a deep breath and steadied himself as best he could. "Their smile...." He finally said, "Nao's smile... Always gives me confidence and makes me feel happy... Even when we were kids and I fell down while we were playing... I was a big crybaby but Nao would come... Tell me it was okay... And the smile they gave me would always cheer me up." He would smile softly himself, "And it still does... Definitely." <br><br>Everything would be quiet for a moment and Carter would worry he'd lost them the round before the crowd erupted in a collective "awwww!" Before their 1 became a 2. "Goodness me, the little tomato has a heart ladies and gentlemen. Such a softie, I love it." He said before pretending to wipe a tear with the card before tossing it away. "That's one more round to the middle couple, ladies and gents! Let's see if their luck continues!"<br><br>He would shuffle his cards once more and clear his throat, "This one goes back to the lovely ladies on the stage! Let's see... Ooh, we're getting just a little saucy here ladies and gentlemen! Now, girl's tell me, just between us; When was the last time you shared a long, passionate kiss with your partner?" He asked, raising a brow and grinning widely as he looked to the lot of them.
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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>03-01-2018, 04:14:31</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> It’s starting!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mudkip, Ralts, Magikarp<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/RAXtL82.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><br>Daniel giggled as Graham made his little fuss about getting work done before playing. Where was the fun in that? They’d get there eventually, it wasn’t like the keys were going to sprout legs and walk off or anything. This festival was a once in a lifetime experience, the beginning of a new pokémon league. Daniel intended to enjoy it to the fullest. As their diminutive blonde friend began yawning and mentioning coffee the gray haired girl remembered a stall they had passed not too long ago. <strong>”Ooh, I remember we passed by somewhere that looked really neat! And they had coffee!”</strong> she would announce to her companions. As before instead of waiting for a response the excitable girl grabbed her friends by the arms and pulled them along through the busy crowd. They passed a handful of stall before coming to stop before a particularly interesting one. The man running the stand had dark skin and flowing clothes on, from somewhere Daniel had never seen before. With him behind the counter were two very large pokémon. A Hippowdon rested lazily on the ground, beginning to burry itself in the sand that poured from its body. Beside it stood a Camerupt that had two large metal bowls sitting on top of its humps. The bowls were filled with sand from the Hippowdon for reasons Daniel did not know. But the signs around the stall said they sold coffee so they were in the right place. With a smile the man set to work when Daniel ordered a drink. Taking a metal pitcher with a long handle he drug the pitcher through the hot sand and the liquid inside boiled before everyone’s eyes. Doing this a few more times the man was finally satisfied with the drink and poured it for Daniel who happily paid for it. With a smile she threw two straws into it and offered some to Althea. <strong>”Tadaa!! That has got to be the coolest cup of coffee I’ve ever seen!”</strong> Waiting for her friend to take her drink Daniel then took a sip herself. Passers by might see the two sharing a drink and think them a couple. It seemed to be a common occurrence at these festivities. However the cute scene would not last. As the bitter liquid hit Daniel’s tastebuds her eyes would shoot open in shock. As tears formed in the corners of her eyes the girl would turn a slight shade of green as she made herself swallow the drink rather than spit it out. <strong>”Blech!! It’s so... bitter!”</strong> She had not been prepared for the taste. Hoping maybe it had just caught her off guard the girl braved another sip. Sadly the result was the same as the first. Shivering as she managed to force another gulp down Daniel handed the cup over to Althea as she tried to wash the taste out of her mouth with a big mouthful of cotton candy.<br><br>As the festivities went on a fan fair suddenly erupted from speakers all throughout the area. <strong>”The commencement ceremony for the Arcaian pokémon league are about to begin. Please make your way towards the stage in front of Pokkén Tower.”</strong> a voice called out from the speakers. The message repeated as folks made their way towards the main event. Set up in front of the Pokkén Tower sky scraper was a large raised stage. At the back were large monitors and huge collections of speakers to ensure all at the event could see and hear what was happening on stage. Lights were rigged up over the top of the stage, and in the back were many seats for guests asked to appear for the event. In the center of the stage stood a single lectern with the pokémon association symbol on the front, a simple pokéball logo. As the crowd gathered Daniel pulled Althea and Graham along yet again to the stage. Pushing and weaving her way through the crowd the girl managed to squeeze her group all the way up to the front of the stage so they could see all of the action. A final fanfare sounded and the lights and screens on the stage came to life. With a burst of light a man stood at the podium. He was rather short with glasses, a mustache, and a tuft of curly hair on top of his head stood before the lectern with his hands raised. <strong>”People of Arcaia! Pokémon trainers from around the world, I would like to welcome you all to the opening ceremony of the Arcaian Pokémon League!!”</strong> He words were met with thunderous applause as the crowd began to grow excited. <strong>”As the chairman of the pokémon association it is my great pleasure to welcome you all here today for this historic occasion. To first opening of the Arcaian league! This in credible region is still very much a mystery to us. Why so many Pokémon live together here we do not know. But we do know we would like to learn more about it. And so what better way to understand this region and it’s incredible pokémon, than by inviting you all, trainers, breeders, researchers, and Pokémon enthusiasts of all kinds, to come here and explore the wilds of Arcaia. For many of you this is your first Pokémon journey, let me be the first to wish you all luck in your adventures. And some of you have been on your journey of discovery for quite some time. But whether you are a bright eyed newcomer or a seasoned veteran, I can assure you that you have never experienced anything quite like this beautiful region!”</strong> The chairman paused a moment for the loud cheers that erupted before pressing on. <strong>”And speaking of the region let us not forget the people of Arcaia. It is you who have braved these lands long before the rest of us dared venture out here. You who carved out these great cities and deep culture that make Arcaia so unique. Nowhere else in the world will you find a people more connected with nature and the Pokémon of their region than here in Arcaia. And speaking of the people of Arcaia, it is my pleasure to introduce to you, eight individuals who were hand picked by the Pokémon association to be your regions Pokémon gym leaders! Let’s have a rousing round of applause as I introduce to you, your Arcaia League Gym lea...”</strong> Before the chairman could finish his sentence his words were drowned out by the sound of a huge explosion. Behind the stage, where the Pokkén Tower stood, a huge fireball enveloped the front entrance and plumes of black smoke rushed out. Debris and smoke blasted out into the gathered crowd, enciting a panic in the mass of people. As the echoes of the explosion died down a small group could be seen emerging from the destroyed entrance. At the front was a woman, tall and blonde with a confident air about her. Following behind her were four men, all wearing red vests, black pants, and silver headphones that wrapped around the back of their bald heads. On their shirts was an emblem, a purple fist holding a pokéball. <br><br>Daniel covered her face as the smoke blew in it. Ralts and Mudkip clung tightly to her to avoid being blown away. As the smoke began to clear she audibly gasped. What the hell was going on? As the figures emerged from the smoke Daniel instinctively got in a fighting stance. Her pokémon picked up on the change in their partner and hopped down in front of her. Ralts raised her arms in front of her and Mudkip crouched low, both ready for a fight. <strong>”This is not good...”</strong>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>03-01-2018, 05:41:43</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Althea, <br><strong>Notes:</strong> About to bust out his lucky charm now<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>green]"Huh, that was easy."[/color] Graham mused at how easily Althea offered the cotton candy treat. Reaching out, he tugged off a piece for himself to snack on, before nodding. In truth, it was the first time he'd ever really tried a piece. His inner youth wanted to come out and proclaim it was one of the best things he'd ever tasted, but instead he just grinned and smiled. "Heh, not bad at all. I half expected it to feel like trying to eat actual cotton or something..." He rubbed the back of his head while Althea seemed to be much more tired than usual. Didn't the blonde spend part of their cruise ride sleeping as it was? Just how much rest did she need? He raised a finger and poked her side with a grin. "Hey, look alive, Sleeping Beauty! We haven't done our work yet, no time to sleep on the job." He mused, while Daniel chimed in about remembering passing a place that made coffee. <br><br>"Her I understand, but you drinking coffee? Do you <em>need</em> that much energy?" Graham asked with a sigh, feeling his own dwindle just watching the hyperactive woman drag them around. Nevertheless, the group followed her to the stall, where a man and his two Pokemon seemed to be working... Hippowdon and Camerupt? An interesting pair he thought, but as he looked around, he realized he didn't see much in the way of coffee beans. The stall sign said they made coffee though... But Daniel was the first to throw caution to the wind and ordered a cup with two straws. "What doesn't kill you just makes you stronger, huh? Daniel, I really hope you've got an iron stomach, because I don't think-" He started to speak, but it was too late. The bitter concoction went down her throat and she reacted rather negatively. With a sigh, he reached out and took the cup, sipping from the untested straw. Sure enough... The taste was very bitter, almost as much as those shops that offered those bitter items for Pokemon. However, drinking bitter things had been an acquired taste from his time in Orre, and so he shrugged and nodded. "... That isn't half bad. Definitely tastier than my coffee with salt mix..." He hummed before giving the cup to Althea. "... Oh, just drink from her straw I guess, she probably won't mind." He said a moment later, realizing the second straw was probably meant just for Althea. But at least this way they shared an indirect kiss...<br><br>Tilting his head up and looking back as soon as the speakers came to life, all groups of trainers and other festival-goers were directed to the front of Pokken Tower for a final, grand get-together to welcome everyone to the start of their journeys. At least from here, they wouldn't be too far from where they needed to go. Pocketing his hands, he prepared to walk the distance himself, but once again Daniel had taken it upon herself to be their shuttle, pulling him and Althea along for the ride. Aipom couldn't help but giggle despite the look of mild frustration and annoyance at being forced on autopilot since coming off the boat, but it was so relatively minor that there truly was no need to bring it up as an issue. He would have been content just standing in the back, but Daniel wouldn't settle for that. The group all but seemed to shove their way to the front, where they could see the stage clearly. With a slight sigh, Graham reached up and tugged his hoodie over his head to shield himself from the gaze of others, while his Pokemon stood on standby. The speech would begin with applause from the crowd and a follow through that would inspire a great many of them toward the adventure they were soon to take. "Heh, it's good to hear a spiel that doesn't sound overly haughty or detrimental to others for a change." He mumbled quietly, recollecting small bits of his past as he watched the speech before him. However, as they were going to be introduced to the region's gym leaders, the explosion that followed from nearby caused him to narrow his eyes and drop to a knee, keeping his arms infront of Aipom and Snivy.<br><br>"Well, that didn't reach too far... You all alright?" He asked, looking down at his two Pokemon, before glancing at Daniel and Althea. However, it was Snivy that tugged his sleeve and urged Graham's look forward, before the man's eyes scanned where his Pokemon indicated. The woman that appeared... Seemed vaguely familiar to him, but it wasn't until the four thugs came out that his heart sank and he groaned. "No no no... Ugh, not here!" He grimaced before he pushed himself upright and withdrew his backpack from his back. Digging inside a bit, he pulled out a strange contraption (https://i.imgur.com/Q4bfHbo.png), slipping his hand through the gloved portion before hooking the other up to his shoulder. "Never thought i'd be using this so early..." he frowned, before looking to Daniel and Althea. "So, either of you two wanna go warn the Professor about what's happening? That would be kind of swell." He mused, hoping it would at least get the duo out of the area while he stepped away and looked off to the side. Facing the group of thugs head on was probably not in his best interest, but picking them off from a distance with his Pokemon would probably be helpful. Seeing those uniforms here certainly did enough to bother him with the thought that this was going to be his problem. After all...<br><br>A few years back, he'd worked with them too.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>03-01-2018, 20:25:33</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival -&gt; opening ceremony <br><strong>With:</strong> Carter -&gt; everyone<br><strong>Notes:</strong> oh shit!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao was happy that his answer scored them the point, but the host's continued mockery only managed to further frustrate him. So as Carter grew more and more embarrassed, Nao just grew more determined to win so he could rub it in his face. When the second question came Nao caught Carter's lowered glance, blushing when he realized he was probably going to use his ass as the answer. However while embarrassing he understood it would probably go over well with the crowd, and as the two locked eyes he gave the boy a single nod, seemingly willing to take one for the team and giving him the go ahead. Ofcourse he wasn't prepared for how sweet and sincere Carter's actual answer would be, the boy reaching up to cover his mouth as his cheeks burned a fiery red, holding back the same "d'aaaaww" that the crowd was openly cooing out. <br><br>As the host moved along to the next round Nao shot Carter a look that seemed to be a mixture of surprise, awe, and gratitude, apparently moved by the genuinely sweet answer. However they had no time to really dwell on it, as the third and final question came, it was easily the most extreme one yet. Nao froze, the last time they kissed!? Obviously the real answer was never, but they couldn't say that! Could he just lie and make something up? No...there was no way, he'd never be able to hold his composure and make it seem convincing, especially when the other couples were already sharing such romantic, steamy stories. Was this it? Was the grand prize out of their reach? He couldn't just give up, they couldn't lose now after coming so far. The boy bit his lip, his anxiousness clashing against his intense desire to win...he had to think of something....something...he looked over at Carter, at his blushing face...at his lips...he felt his chest tighten along with his resolve, "forgive me.." he whispered to his friend before turning to the host and putting on a false bravado, "oh...well that's easy..." he cooed, and then moving as quickly as he could so he wouldn't have time to second guess it, Nao closed his eyes and dove into a deep kiss with Carter, their lips locking and their tongues twirling as Nao forced them to make out right in front of the crowd, which went absolutely nuts for the sudden display of affection. The boy blushed deep red as he threw himself deep into the kiss, using every bit of his near non-existent knowledge and experience to make it look as convincing as possible. Ofcourse he didn't need to try too hard to put on an act, as the moment their lips touched the chemistry was palpable. He found himself holding the kiss for almost a straight minute, half not sure how long it was supposed to last, and half worried that when he broke the kiss and showed his face to the crowd he might actually die of embarrassment. Eventually a need for air won out, and he broke the kiss with a wet, gasping "mwuah". The boy turned to the host again and put on a small smile, "....just now of course..." the boy finished his answer coyly....<br><br>The two were dead silent as they walked away from the game, tent bag slung across Nao's back....<br><br>Eyes darting around to look at literally anything else but the blonde boy beside him Nao wordlessly followed the call of the speakers ushering everyone to the front of the tower. There the two awkwardly made their way through the crowd to the front to hear the presentation. Nao spotted the others from the lab across from them, and for a moment considered calling out to them, but he seriously doubted that if he opened his mouth anything would come out except for an embarrassed squeak. He released Paggliacci and Snowball from their balls, the two pokemon somewhat confused as to why the two boys were so quiet, but otherwise just watched the presentation as normal. <br><br>However Nao was quickly shaken from his daze by the thundering boom of the explosion at the front of the tower, "what the heck!?" he exclaimed, watching in shock and awe as the thick pillars of smoke came billowing towards them, "Paggliaci! Light screen!" he called, the tiny clown quickly throwing his hands up and producing a large wall of light, blocking the blast of smoke and diverting it around himself and the handful of people immediately around them,"what the heck is going on?" he shouted, though received his answer shortly enough when a gang of criminals came racing out the tower, all dressed in red. Their outfits kind of reminded him of Team Flare, though obviously not half as fabulous, "Whatever these guys are doing, they're not about to get away with it! Snowball! Powder Snow!" he commanded, as his vulpix hopped up above the veil of Pagliacci's light screen and blew a gust a frigid, chilly snow and wind at the group of criminals, hopefully slowing them down as well as blowing away some of the surrounding smoke. 
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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>04-01-2018, 04:11:14</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/TndjGrE.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Team Snagem Commander Elaine <br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Team Snagem grunts<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Prepare for trouble!!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Buneary, Mareep Bounsweet<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/RcARfvr.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/zpjle2H.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/v75PgIa.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br><br>As the figures emerged from the smoke and fire a tall blonde woman in stylish clothes lead the pack of thugs. She stood tall and confident and walked with a purpose. With a graceful jump the woman mounted the stage and walked up to the lectern in the center. As she made her way across the open space she may as well have been walking down a runway the way she strutted her stuff. Giving a playful wink the the head of the Pokémon association who had fallen over and was still dazed nearby she stepped up to the microphone. <strong>”Hello everyone. I must say this is quite the shindig you have going on here. Lots of important people from all over attending. However, I feel insulted that we were not given an invite ourselves. So, we figured we’d crash your little party and see what all the fuss is about. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Elaine, and I am a commander for an organization you all will soon come to recognize quite well. We are Team Snagem, and very soon this entire region will be under our control. So do enjoy your little party my darlings, for very soon things are going to be quite... different around here.”</strong> Elaine finished her speech by blowing a kiss and laughing. The laugh carried a malice in it, but was still a pleasing sound to the ears. As she concluded her little speech she noticed a few kids from the audience trying to pull a fast one on her. Ever so delicately she tossed two pokéball into the air. To her right sprang our a mareep that send a thunder shock out to strike the ground before Graham, and in front a bounsweet appeared. As the powder snow flew at the stage a barrier rose before the woman and her pokémon as she called out <strong>”Lightscreen!”</strong> She then wagged her finger in admonishment at the people attacking her. <strong>”Now now, no need to be so hostile. We’ve made our appearance, and we shall be going. Besides...”</strong> Reaching into her jacket Elaine pulled out a large key, made of a dark looking stone. She tossed it in the air with a flourish and then caught it, waving it for all to see. <strong>”We got what we came for.”</strong> She punctuated her sentence with another round of confident laughter.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>04-01-2018, 13:22:19</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>Althea had barely shown much sign of reacting to the explosion, seemingly lost in the coffee instead. Indeed, the 'indirect kiss' had gone over her head entirely as, although she smiled happily at Graham, she had only been interested in him for his caffeine right then.<br><br>Tall and confident seemed to be the short, tired researcher's type, however, as, while she continued to drink, she did also turn an interested eye onto the blonde that strode up to the stage. Still, as much as she'd have liked to have been introduced to the other woman in other, less explosive ways, Althea had a fairly good idea of what was going on. She'd spent a lot of time in the Safari Zone and one didn't go on extended trips there without being warned of certain groups. This particular one was unknown to her but, with a glance back at the men, she knew the type of people up there.<br><br>"Oh, please." She called back as the first sparks flew. "There's five of you and a whole crowd of us." She downed the rest of the coffee. It was quite strong but, well, she'd gotten used to worse during her student days. Brigid stomped up to put herself between Althea and the blonde, and Lamia slithered out of her clothes to join the other pokemon. <br>"Hand that back over and - Lamia, Glare on the plant - we'll let you walk. Away, or at all."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>04-01-2018, 13:49:41</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Althea, Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Armed and ready<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>"Tch, haughty as ever." Graham grunted, peeking out from behind his hiding place. A little bit closer and he could ambush the closest Snagem Grunt with little trouble. Fixing the scanner over his left eye, he booted the system online. Bringing out the Snag Machine this early wasn't what he aimed to do, but as long as they were going to be in Orre, he was going to have anither job besides simply investigating the hyperviolent Pokemon. He took a deep breath and prepared to run out, but got no further than two steps before a bolt of electricity crackled down infront of him. He winced slightly, raising his hand infront of his face, looking ahead and realizing his attempt attempt a flank has been foiled. <br><br>"Tch... Well, the hard way then." He sighed, before raising a brow at the gust of Powder Snow blew in. Looking to the sode, he could see the exotic beauty Nao arriving on the scene wasting no time in engaging the enemy. More inportantly, the once-tired looking Sleeping Beauty Althea now looked very much wide awake and ready to wage war. <em>'Hot damn I'm gonna have sexual thoughts about that later...'</em> He thought inwardly with a grin, before turning his eyes on Elaine.<br><br>That stone she was playing with... Wasn't that one of the artifacts they were sent to retrieve by the Professor? He narrowed his eyes as Aipom and Snivy moved forward. "Team Cipher is done for, you know. What's Snagem doing so far from Orre, huh?" Graham called out, letting his scanner get to work on analyzing the Pokemon... As one if the commanders though, likely her Pokemon were legit which meant there weren't going to be any issues with them. Rolling his head left and right, he held his hand out. "Guess we're doing this Orre Double Battle style. Snivy, Vine Whip! Aipom, Sand Attack! Shut them down!" He called out, his Aipom flipping forward and slamming her tail hand on the ground to smack up a large cloud of sand toward not just Mareep, but the Snagem Grunts and Elaine. Under the cover of the sand blast, two vines slithered across the ground before launching forward at the Mareep. <br><br>There didn't need to be any holding back in these fights, not when lives depended on it. Snagem didn't fight fair; Neither did he.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>04-01-2018, 17:13:18</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> It’s starting!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mudkip, Ralts, Magikarp<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/RAXtL82.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><br>As her friends sprang into action Daniel was ready to join them. This woman was trouble, and she needed to be stopped. What was worse, it looked like she had one of the keys that Professor Pine had sent them to get! Daniel couldn’t help but feel a little guilty about that. Maybe if she had listened to Graham and Althea they would have had the key before these thugs could have stolen it. But there would be time for that later. She was about to call out orders to her pokémon when she saw something that stopped her in her tracks. She took a step back instinctively and nearly fell over, a slight yell escaping from her as she lifted a shaky hand to point at the pokémon released by Elaine. <strong>”Wha-what the hell os wrong with her pokémon?!”</strong> No one else may have been able to see it, to them Daniel just seemed to be freaking out, but to the gray haired girl what she saw was clear as day. The two Pokémon thrown out by this woman had a menacing dark aura around them. Malice and anger wafted off them in a visible cloud of black and purple energy. Daniel didn’t know what it was or what it meant, but the sight terrified her for a moment. What was wrong with these Pokémon?!<br><br>Shutting her eyes tight for a moment to get ahold of herself Daniel tried to shake her fears off. Strange Pokémon or not they had a job to do, and if the professor needed those keys then that meant stopping this woman and her goons. The others were already taking action, Graham trying to flank them and Althea and Nao already attacking. She was amazed to see a grass type pokémon manage to block an ice type move so easily. These Pokémon were powerful, but so were hers. Regaining her nerve Daniel stood up straight again and nodded to her companions who had sensed the sudden panic in her. Ralts nodded back, obviously worried about her partner, but turned to face their opponents. <strong>” Mudkip, sand attack! Ralts, confusion!”</strong> she called out. Getting the idea from Graham her Mudkip kicked up a huge amount of dirt at the stage, and behind this temporary shroud Ralts aimed a confusion attack at the bounsweet. However the lightscreen still held and a sudden blast of psychic energy could be seen impacting the light wall. Ralts tried pressing her attack and continued her assault on the screen. <strong>”Keep it up Ralts!”</strong> Though it wasn’t hurting their opponent Daniel hoped maybe she could keep the bounsweet occupied while the others moved around its defense.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>04-01-2018, 17:28:23</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokecenter to coast<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Crushing super hard<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Everything had gone so quickly after the question had been answered. Carter had fully expected Nao to simply make something up so they could get through it without being exposed. That's what he would've done, at least. Instead something else happened, something far more life changing than the blonde would've expected. He'd barely heard Nao's apology before the other moved in on him. Carter's eyes widened to an unhealthy degree as Nao grabbed their lips together. For a moment confusion and a small amount of panic crossed his mind before it really finally registered. Nao was kissing him, kissing him quite hard as a matter of fact. Several moments would pass before Carter felt his heart slowing ever so slightly. His hands, trembling, would grasp Nao's waist for support. His tongue, shy at first, would eventually melt into things along with the rest of them. It was new to him, this was his first kiss, but everything about it felt so incredibly right. <br><br>After the kiss ended everything went on in a flash, the announcer congratulated them, handed them their snorlax tent, and bid farewell to the crowd in his own, crass way. Neither of the two boys seemed to really register much as they left the stage, victory slung behind Nao's back. An uncomfortable silence would grip the two of them as they walked, avoiding eye contact as Carter's face remained a steamy red. Something hard certainly clicked for the blonde, that was for certain. Only occasionally he would glance at Nao, his equal nervousness a slightly comforting development. <br><br>The only thing able to actually pull Carter back to earth from the orbit he was currently lost in wold be the massive explosion that gripped through the whole area. Almost immediately he put an arm in front of Nao, despite the light screen that popped up, and summoned Mayuri down from his pokeball. The abra would seem completely unaffected by the commotion around it, only floating about casually. <br><br>Carter would watch, curiously, as the bouncesweet deflected the powder snow. "Mayuri, teleport behind it and give it a fire punch." He said, "Then come right back, I don't like these guy's names." The mayuri wouldn't have any noticeable reaction to this before it disappeared from sight. The small pokemon would appear directly behind the bouncesweet before its hand was ignited in flame and it moved to strike the creature plainly. Carter would watch, finally distracted from the ordeal that the two of them would, no doubt, need to discuss at a better time. "I really don't like the sound of their name, Nao..." He admitted, "What does snagem mean?"
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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>04-01-2018, 22:31:26</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/TndjGrE.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Team Snagem Commander Elaine <br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Team Snagem grunts<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Prepare for trouble!!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Buneary, Mareep Bounsweet<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/RcARfvr.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/zpjle2H.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/v75PgIa.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br><br>Elaine grinned a wicked grin as most of the crowd seemed to flee in a panic. However there was a small group of meddlesome trainers who seemed determined to stand up to her. How annoying. The group quickly threw a flurry of attacks her way. One of the brats even seemed to recognize them, mentioning their old partner Cipher. <strong>”So you know of our exploits in Orre eh boy? Well then you should know what we are capable of darling!”</strong> her tone switched from annoyed to in control again as she held her ground to the attacks. The first vine to lash out at mareep missed just barely, but the second made contact with its face. The sheep let out a bleat of pain but quickly recovered. Before the vine could fully retract mareep lunched forward and grabbed it with its teeth. With an angry growl it let off another thunder shock that traveled down the vine at the attacking Snivey. Bounsweet had much less luck as it was attacked from all sides. It’s lightscreen held but the Pokémon was struggling holding back so many opponents. Then the Ekens’ glared at it and the pattern on its body distracted the grass pokémon. As it was paralyzed staring at the snake, out of nowhere an abra appeared and socked it in the back with a fire punch. The Pokémon tumbled forwards and dropped its lightscreen as the fire move singed its back. However Elaine wasn’t going to give up so easy. As the abra appeared the commander threw another pokéball, releasing a buneary into the fray. <strong>”Buneary, use quick attack!”</strong> As soon as the pokémon fully materialized it zoomed forward with blinding speed, charging the abra before it could teleport back. <br><br>As the battle raged Elaine shouted angrily at the grunts behind her, <strong>”Don’t just stand there you idiots!”</strong> All in unison the men grabbed balls from their pockets and threw them in the air. Koffing, Skorupi, Sandshrew, Timburr, Zubat, Ghastly, Salandit, and Stunky all appeared on the stage. They looked ready for a fight and in foul moods. Each grunt yelled out in unison, <strong>”Shadow blast!”</strong> The pokémon all reared back, and for just a moment their dark aura’s were visible by all before they were fired off as blades of wind, indiscriminately launching at pokémon, trainers, and other fleeing bystanders alike.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>05-01-2018, 18:59:05</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival -&gt; opening ceremony <br><strong>With:</strong> everyone<br><strong>Notes:</strong> battle battle battle!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao narrowed his eyes as Snowball's attack was blocked by the enigmatic woman's pokemon, "well, if it's a fight you want..." Nao murmured, though his eyes widened when the woman showed off what must have been the key they were sent to retrieve for the professor, "Thieves...they're nothing but two bit thieves Carter, and we can't let them get away with that key!" Nao explained to his companion, pointing at the treasure in her hands.<br><br>However before they could launch another attack the grunts jumped in as well, summoning a whole battalion of pissed off looking pokemon and unleashed a synchronized wave of attacks, "watch out!" Nao exclaimed, grabbing Carter and hugging him close as they ducked behind Pagliaci's light screen. However the overwhelming force of the unified attack completely shattered the thin barrier, sending both of them flying through the air, "Pagliacci! catch!" he called out over the din of battle, the mime jr. spinning on it's heels and giving a quick nod to Carter's abra. Throwing his hands forward Pagliacci reached out with his psychic power and helped catch the two boys, allowing them to touch down gently. <br><br>Nao let out a sigh of relief as they managed a soft landing, the boy cooing as he pressed his face down into Carter's chest....wait, Carter's chest!? The boy blushed as he realized that they had ended up landing with Nao on top, the feminine boy looking like he was straddling and cuddling with his friend even in the middle of the uproar, "Ackh! c-c-come on, we gotta get back in this!" Nao exclaimed, hopping back to his feet faster than Carter had ever seen the boy move before, reaching his hand out to the blonde to help him up even as he turned his attention back to the fight, "Snowball! Pagliacci! Focus your attacks on that woman, try to get that key away from her whatever it takes!" he called, the two pokemon rushing in in tandem, Snowball releasing another freezing blast of snow while Pagliacci tried to wrench the key right out of the woman's hand with his psychic power. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>05-01-2018, 19:27:46</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>"I'm definitely going to need more of this," Althea muttered to herself, glancing down at the lack of coffee in her hand. They needed the key, not to mention setting off explosions near a festival like this - she glanced around to make sure that no kids had gotten hurt, either by the initial blast nor the attack that followed - that these people pretty much had to go down. It was easy enough for Althea to shelter herself behind Brigid, the Kangaskhan's frame easily large enough to block the attack and, once that faded, Althea was back on the offensive. <br><br>"Lamia, spread that Glare around," she ordered. "Pokemon first, then the trainers. Brigid, smash on through to their leader, dear. Comet Punch on whatever gets in the way."<br>Rather sedately, especially compared to the lumbering but rapidly accelerating advance of the Kangaskhan, Althea followed behind her pokemon towards the key.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>05-01-2018, 19:41:38</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokecenter to coast<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Crushing super hard<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter would smile, watching Mayuri get his beefy hit, sending the bouncesweet down to the ground. His attitude would change, however, as the woman sent out her own buneary that got an impossibly quick attack out. Mayuri was the definition of a glass cannon, he could deal heavy damage but take very little. The hit sent the small creature flying back off of the platform. Carter had to race forward just to catch him, "Oh Mayuri! I'm sorry, buddy." He pet the creature deftly. It was banged up, and certainly needed a nap. <br><br>When the grunts jumped out with their strange, darkness pulsing pokemon Carter was completely defenseless, clutching his pokemon closely. If Nao hadn't grabbed the boy he could've easily been struck by some of the radiating energy. When the impact came Carter had braced himself for a hard landing but, thanks to Paggliacci, the landing was far softer and devoid of pain. Carter's clenched eyes would open after a moment, and he would notice the soft feeling of Nao's body clutched to his. He would look down at the feminine boy, his face growing red immediately before the focus was put back on the battle. He would, however, need to adjust his pants a bit from a sudden spurring of energy that went to them. <br><br>"Right, battle!" He called. He would pull out a pokeball and pop it open, Nemu jumping out in all her pink glory. "Nemu! Use quick attack and go get that key!" He called, pointing at the leader herself. With her own blinding speed the pink blur would race through the crowd and jump high, landing on top of the stunky before jumping off of it with her powerful legs, trying to dive bomb the leader herself and grab the key in question.&nbsp; Along with the rabbit Carter would rush through the crowd, pokemon were good, but some human interference might be required in this instance as well. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>05-01-2018, 22:33:55</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Althea, Nao, Carter, Team Snagem<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Fight!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mudkip, Ralts, Magikarp<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/RAXtL82.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><br>Things were getting serious. With the grunts now involved it was an even fight, five on five. To Daniel’s horror, all the pokémon thrown out by the grunts had the same dark auras as their leader’s pokémon. In fact, the way she aunties them with had a similar dark energy about it. Could that thing be responsible for these strange pokémon? Maybe that’s what the professor was trying to study. Daniel did not have long to ponder on these thoughts as the new dark pokémon unleashed a torrent of powerful attacks at the group. Snatching up her pokémon Daniel dove for the nearest cover, behind Brigid. She curled up tight around her partners to protect them as the dark attacks lashed around them. <strong>”This isn’t how battles are supposed to go! You can’t just attack trainers or bystanders!”</strong> she complained. When the attacks died down an she released her pokémon and joined Althea in heading towards the stage. <strong>”You go down the middle, we’ll try from the sides. We need to get that key from her.”</strong> As the group neared the stage Daniel and her pokémon split up. Mudkip ran to the side that Graham was on to press the attack from his side. The water pokémon fired off a water gun at the salandit and the skorupi. On the opposite side ran Daniel and her Ralts. <strong>”Ralts confusion!”</strong> she ordered as she ran ahead of her pokémon. Ralts raised her arms and lifted the enemy timburr off the ground. Since their opponents weren’t going to fight fair Daniel figured neither would she. Jumping in the air she reared back her fist. <strong>”Take thiiiis!”</strong> with all the strength she had the gray haired girl punched the fighting pokémon right in the face.
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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>06-01-2018, 01:33:07</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/TndjGrE.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Team Snagem Commander Elaine <br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Team Snagem grunts and some meddlesome interlopers<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Prepare for trouble!!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Buneary, Mareep Bounsweet<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/RcARfvr.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/zpjle2H.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/v75PgIa.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br><br>As the battle raged on the sun had finally set on New Port city and ushered in the night. The street lamps came on to supply ample light with the absence of the sun and the stage lights still shone bright through the darkness. Elaine was growing tired of this confrontation, didn’t these kids know when they were facing an opponent that was better than them? Feeling a sudden tug on the large key in her hand the blonde tightened her grip and yanked it back. <strong>”Keep up the barrage darlings! Let’s show these children what happens when they pick a fight with Team Snagem!”</strong> On her command the grunts continued to order their pokémon to fire off the shadow blasts. They formed a semi circle in front of their leader to better protect her, and this absorbed the brunt of the attacks flung at the stage. A few of the Pokémon stopped their attacks as Ekans’ glare paralyzed them, and the timburr went flying into the grunt who had released it. As Nemu broke through the line with her speed Elaine motioned with her arm towards the fast approaching blur. Just before the bunny could connect her attack Elaine’s own Buneary collided with Nemu using its own quick attack. <br><br>As Elaine surveyed the area around her she recalled her downed bounsweet from the front of the stage. It was then her pokegear began ringing. She pulled it out and answered only by turning it on. Her grin returned after hearing the message relayed and put the pokegear back in her jacket pocket. <strong>”So sorry my darlings, but it appears our time together is at an end. I do hope to meet again. Then we can give you a proper lesson on what happened when you mess with Team Snagem. Taa taa!”</strong> she finished by blowing the group a kiss with a wink. <strong>”Mareep flash!!”</strong> The sheep pokémon let out a blinding flash of light that made the entire area go white. When the blinding attack ended, the stage, the streets, then entire city was dark. The only light came from the shining of the moon. On the darkened stage where Team Snagem had stood there was now nothing. Elaine and her grunts had fled. <br><br>As eyes adjusted to the darkness two feint lights could be seen. One came from inside the Pokkén Tower, and another much larger light, shone off to the west of the city.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>06-01-2018, 04:05:13</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival -&gt; New Port City Pokemon Center<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Althea, Naozumi, Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Better luck next time, Graham!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>"All too well." Graham grunted, his scanner going off repeatedly. The Mareep and the Bounsweet, both were officially registered by the Snag Machine as Shadow Pokemon. If he needed anymore proof that the report of hyper-aggressive Pokemon in Arcaia could have been linked to the Shadow Phenomenon from Orre, this was most certainly it. Matters only became worse as the Snagem Grunts behind her all deployed their Pokemon, each showing signs of the Shadow affliction as well. "You're all monsters...! I thought crushing Cipher once and for all would put an end to this nonsense, but you're just as bad as they are!" He hissed while his Snivy landed a solid hit on the Mareep. However, it paid dearly for it when the Mareep snagged the vine and sent a thundershock through the appendage. The damage wasn't as much as it could have been, as Grass offered some resistance to electricity... However, Paralysis took hold on the grass snake, leaving it immobile for the moment. "Argh... Aipom, cover Snivy!" he called out, reaching back to grab one of the Pokeballs he was given with the Snag Machine-equipped hand. A soft glow pulsed through the cables connected to the hand, and for a moment, this glow was channeled into the Pokeball, overriding its normal capture parameters.<br><br>Stealing Pokemon was wrong, but so was abusing them to the point of filling them with unnatural hatred and aggression and using them to make others miserable. He'd only be able to take one back before the others grew wise to his antics now... However, before he could get the chance, Elaine seemed to get a call on her PokeGear, and before he knew it, everyone under the stars nearby was subjected to the bright glare of a Flash attack to leave them disoriented for a moment. As soon as it cleared... Team Snagem was gone. "... Heh, all this because I screwed up in Orre, huh? What a rotten joke..." He grumbled quietly, moving toward Snivy to pick him up, as Aipom leapt onto his shoulder. Looking inward toward the island, he sighed. "You're gonna be here too, aren't you? Try to do something nice and your gesture flies over their heads... Looks like Arcaia's going to be the new battleground." <br><br>Shaking his head, he walked back toward the others, sighing as he looked at Daniel. He wanted to be annoyed at how carelessly reckless she was, but she'd made it out of the conflict alive along with the others. Well and good enough was just that. "Good to see you're alright... But never just throw yourself at them again. You don't know what those types of Pokemon are capable of, especially in their hands." He hummed, before looking to Althea. The woman held her own and did a great job of trying to keep everyone rooted in place. Looking toward where the explosion occurred before, he observed the soft light coming from within the Pokken Tower. "We gave it a shot... But they took that Dark Key artifact with them. Doesn't seem like they swiped the Light one though, so grab it quickly and let Professor Pine know what happened. I've gotta take care of Snivy real quick." he spoke, keeping his head low as he stepped past. Next was Carter and Nao, both looking mostly unharmed and just a little shaken up. However, they had done a great deal of inconveniencing Team Snagem.<br><br>"Heh, nice job you two. You two really do work well together... I'm kind of envious." He grinned lightly, before he stepped past the two to locate the nearest Pokemon Center. Curing Snivy could have been done as quickly as he could have drawn a Paralyze Heal from his backpack to heal the afflicted mon, but he hadn't just come here for that. Following the crowds of wounded trainers and their Pokemon to the Pokemon Center, he moved to one of the nurses to drop off Snivy real quick. Healing him would not take long, but in that span of time he could move toward one of the nearby PC's to make a call. Registering the code on his own PokeGear with the PC, he picked up the phone and spoke. <br><br>"This is Probational Agent Graham Sheffield, calling for... Yes, them. I haven't officially begun my investigation into Arcaia, but I can confirm without a shred of doubt that the reports of hyper-aggressive Pokemon are indeed linked to the occurrences in Orre. I've made direct contact with remnant agents of Team Snagem... They've imported Shadow Pokemon and seem to have a new means of mass producing them, but there's no word if they're collaborating with another enemy like Cipher or not, they seem to be flying solo for now. I will be conducting further investigations alongside a group of civilian trainers who have engaged them in direct combat... Whatever Snagem is doing here isn't good, they've succeeded at stealing an important artifact that seems to play into their overall goal. This is all I have to report for now. Hopefully my next report will hold some amount of good news... Agent Sheffield, signing off." He finished, hanging up the phone on the box. The next order of business was to prepare for the journey ahead... Especially if he was going to group with Daniel and the rest of them.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>12-01-2018, 03:45:55</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>"Okay, we need to get sunglasses for next time," Althea muttered to herself, although she smiled slightly when Brigid stomped over to check that the blonde was okay. <br>"You guys okay?" She called out to the others who had come forwards too, noting that they were the same ones that had met the lovely professor with her. <br>"If you're not hurt, we'd better go get that second key before someone else decides to swoop in and grab it."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>12-01-2018, 16:55:29</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival -&gt; opening ceremony <br><strong>With:</strong> everyone<br><strong>Notes:</strong> picking up the pieces<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>"GAH!!!" Nao exclaimed, he and his pokemon recoiling from the sudden blinding flash of light from the tiny sheep, "ughh...damn...I swear we almost had it..." he muttered, rubbing his eyes as he stumbled over to Carter, their combined attempts to snatch away that key proving completely fruitless, "you alright Carter?" he questioned, the night cast city becoming awash in similar murmurings, the collected trainers all trying to collect themselves and check on injured friends and pokemon. <br><br>"oh, hey guys" the boy muttered, turning to the others from their impromptu gang. He had been meaning to meet back up with them before heading out of the city, but he hadn't imagined&nbsp; &nbsp;it'd be under circumstances like this, "pretty crazy huh? I can't believe they would launch an attack like that at the ceremony, in front of so many trainers...they didn't just want the key, they were showing off their strength..." he murmured, there were dozens of trainers gathered at the ceremony, all with their pokemon ready to fight, but it hadn't made a lick of difference. Even outnumbered over three to one they had waltzed right in and taken what they wanted with no consequence, it was a scary and frustrating thought, "thanks, you guys did good too, especially you mademoiselle, you'll have to teach me how to punch like that" he said, flashing a big grin Daniel's way.<br><br>"you're right, we don't know how many people are still in that building either, it can't be stable after that explosion" he said, nodding to Althea before turning to the crowd, "hey, if anyone has psychic or fighting pokemon, we're going to try and clear some of the debris and make sure everyone inside is ok" Nao called out to the group of gathered trainers, hoping to draw in some additional assistance as they approached the tower, Pagliacci clearing away overturned tables and other debris with his telekinesis. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>12-01-2018, 18:46:11</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokecenter to coast<br><strong>With:</strong> Naozumi<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Crushing super hard<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>There would be quite a standoff between Nemu and the evil buneary, the pink rabbit staring her down while maintaining a battle stance. Truly their battle would have shaken the foundation of the world. However, the running criminal had recalled her pokemon before the titanic clash could have begun, leaving Nemu with an intense glare and the knowledge that she now had an rival who must be destroyed. The battle hardened rabbit would make her way back to her trainer soon after the commotion began dying down, Carter immediately clutching the rabbit to his chest and petting her. "Ohh, I'm glad you're okay, Nemu." He said, petting the buneary's ears softly and kissing the top of her head. The rabbit would wiggle in his grip at first before settling down and accepting the attention would a squeaky coo.<br><br>Dots would still be popping in Carter's eyes from the intense flash that had radiated through the area, he would smile at Nao regardless. "Yeah, I'm good. In no small thanks to your quick thinking." He would smile warmly at Nao before he suddenly realized he was staring and snapped to look at the others, recognizing the plump, spatted behind of Daniel and the red hoodie of Graham. "Totally, Daniel, that was pretty brave of you, punching a pokemon in the face. I'm still sort of curious what powers those pokemon were using, I've never read about anything like that before." He shook his head and glanced to Althea as she came over, "Good call, we should go and find it."<br><br>He would glance around, calling Nemu and Mayuri back out, "Hey, guys, let's get some debris up and out of here, yeah?" The two pokemon would nod and start lifting some rocks away, Carter, meanwhile, would look around. "Actually... Do you think we should look into whatever happened to the power? I don't know if that group did something at the power plant or if it just shorted out but, it would probably be the best to go check that out." He would tap his thigh and his two pokemon would come to him, "Anyone wanna stick with me?" He asked, pointing towards the light in the west.
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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>13-01-2018, 16:24:13</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Nao<br><strong>Notes:</strong> What are we supposed to do?<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mudkip, Ralts, Magikarp<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/RAXtL82.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><br>Daniel’s heart was racing as the battle continued. She couldn’t believe her attack actually worked! As the Pokémon collided with its trainer Daniel saw the key nearly stolen from the commander on the stage. She barely managed to hold onto it, but Daniel had hope that maybe they could get the key back after all. Until the woman received a call on her pokégear. Still acting like they were bugs for her to squash the haughty woman bid them farewell in the middle of the fight. Daniel tried to think of something witty to say in return, but before she could she was blinded by a flash attack. As the light died down the girl thought she had gone blind for a second. In one instant she was looking at the floodlight lit stage, and the next thing she knew everything was pitch black. No...not entirely. Looking up she could still see the silver shine of the moon high in the sky. Giving herself a moment to adjust and rubbing her eyes Daniel slowly began to see more. Somehow the power had gone out at the same time that woman had used flash. When she was finally able to see enough to make out her surrounding Daniel saw that the woman and her grunts were no where in sight.<br><br>As her vision adjusted even more Daniel saw that all the other pokédex holders from Professor Pine’s lab were present for the battle. She knew they were destined to stay together, but she hadn’t expected to see the other two so soon. With the adrenaline from the fight starting to wear off as the action had ended Daniel started realizing what she had just done. Graham seemed a bit ticked she’d been so reckless, but all’s well that ends well right? The others seemed to just be impressed with her, and she acknowledged this by grinning at them and striking a pose, flexing her bicep on one arm and putting her other hand on it. <strong>”Just call me a fighting type trainer!”</strong> she boasted. But something was nagging at her thoughts. Carter hit the nail on the head, she had no idea what was up with those Pokémon. Graham’s comment seemed to imply he knew something about them. <strong>”Graham, do you know what was up with those...”</strong> but before she could finish her question Graham seemed to rush off in quite a hurry. <br><br>As Nao called out about the Tower Daniel realized he was right. Anyone still in there may need help. <strong>”We’ll help out! Mudkip, try and put those fires out! Come on Ralts, help out that Mine jr. we need to see if anyone’s still inside!”</strong> Running up beside Nao to help out Daniel aided in removing rocks and debris from the entrance. As they made there way inside the building the site they were greeted with was a horrid one. Strewn all about the lobby were people and Pokémon alike, all seriously injured and seemed unconscious. <strong>”Oh my gosh... what did they do here?...”</strong> Who could do such a thing? A groan caught Daniel’s attention, it sounded like it can from the very back. Leaning up against the far back wall, one of the white coated researchers sat clutching something growling tightly to their chest. <strong>”Hey!”</strong> she called out as she rushed over to his side. <strong>”Sir! Can you talk? We’re here to help! What happened here?”</strong> The man opened one eye and winched in pain as he tried to sit up more. <strong>”They... they came out of nowhere... Their pokémon... too powerful... We didn’t stand a ch-chance.”</strong> The man was struggling to get his words out, taking sharp breaths and wincing as he spoke. <strong>”They stole... the other key... we...Must get it back... p-please... keep this one safe...</strong> He slowly extended his arm out to hand the key to the people in front of him. His arm was shaking from the effort, he hardly had any strength left. Hesitantly, Daniel took the glowing object from the researcher. As the key left his hands he smiled slightly. He had protected the key, and now it was in more capable hands. His arm dropped down to his side as he finally lost consciousness. <strong>”Hey... hey mister...”</strong> Daniel tried getting his attention back but the man couldn’t respond. She just remained squatting by his side, not sure what to do? Do they take the key back first? Or go after the other one? She looked to Nao with a look that read ‘what do we do now?’
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>14-01-2018, 15:17:26</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> New Port City Pokemon Center -&gt; Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter | Althea, Naozumi, Daniel mentioned<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Preparing for the journey ahead<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>Once Graham got his Snivy back in full fighting condition, he was able to see just how much trouble there was in New Port City. At the same time as the flash attack, the entirety of the city, save for places with back-up power, went dark. Team Snagem was on a whole different level now... Before theit actions were a little suspect and almost comedically evil, but were simply business partners to Team Cipher. But Team Cipher was no more as far as he was aware... He expected Snagem to simply fold and resort to petty crimes back in Orre, yet here they were in Arcaia. They had picked up the Shadow Pokemon research and now things were more dire than ever.<br><br>The journey ahead was going to be much more dangerous and perilous than ever. Many shopkeepers and stall owners were beginning to pack up and return home until the power could come back, and so Graham worked quickly. A few minor and some major purchases were made, earning some people some last minute quick cash and earning Graham things thay would help make the trip easier. He had plenty of food for himself and his Pokemon already... Changes of clothes when it became necessary... For the rare times he wanted to make coffee out in the wilderness he even purchased a coffee maker, but it would require an electric Pokemon to run... Which helped to dictate his next course of action.<br><br>"Thank you, take care of yourself. I'll go see what's going down over there." Graham spoke to the stall owner with the Camerupt as he'd bought a fair container of the man's unique coffee. Althea would probably appreciate it, but only so long as they had a means of actually making some. His next goal was to investigate the Power Plant and find out what the cause of the blackout was... Plus perhaps secure an electric Pokemon to help power his or other electrical devices.<br><br>Returning to the site of the ruined Festival, Graham frowned as the damage reminded him of what they failed to stop. Naozumi worked on clearing the debris with Daniel, while Althea moved to hopefully secure the other key. Carter seemed to be waiting there, calling out with a suggestion to go check out the power plant.<br><br>"Oh, good, thay saves me asking." He nodded, as Snivy dusted himself off and folded his arms to nod. Aipom swung into action on his shoulder, fistpumping with her tail in agreement, as he looked toward the dim light where the Plant was said to be. He looked toward the others, gauging how busy everyone was. "I'll scout on ahead and see if any of those clowns stayed behind. Come along whether anyone else is interested or if it's just you, the more the merrier." He nodded, patting Carter's shoulder before heading off.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>20-01-2018, 18:37:24</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokenntower to power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still crushing super hard but now on a mission<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter would glance as Graham patted his shoulder, the other male seemed very intrigued by the condition of the power plant as well. The blonde would glance to the other three of their party, "You guys be safe! We'll catch up with you back at the professor's lab, I guess." He said, making sure Nao could see he was going before he jogged off to go and catch Graham. When he caught up to the green haired man they could already see that the town was in a bit of a panic with the power being out and the entire explosion thing that happened. "Man, who would have thought this was how the day was going to go, right?" He asked with a chuckle, "Been a lot happening from beginning to end."<br><br>As he walked he would take in the surroundings, seeing people hugging their family, their pokemon, and some just trying to stay calm through everything. "Do you think more of those... What was their name? Snagem?" He would tap his chin, "I still think that's a really foreboding name. I'm sure they steal pokemon, right? With a name like snagem..." He shrugged, "I've never heard of them before. Back in Kalos we had a problem with a group called "team flare" who were just a bunch of rich people dressed in dumb looking suits. I guess every region has some group of crazies going around, huh?" He asked with a chuckle.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>20-01-2018, 22:58:30</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Nao<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Too tired for this<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>The energy that she had just displayed seemed to almost instantly fall back away as the situation calmed down, although Althea wasn't quite back to her usual half-asleep state. <br>Under her direction, Brigid got to work helping to clear the rubble and, after a brief glance at Naozumi's backside - Althea was still unsure of the individual's gender but, at least, seemed to be fairly sure that she didn't mind either way - they entered the building. <br><br>The mess in there was a bit worse than she had hoped for and Althea hung back a little to make sure that help had been called and was on the way before she followed the other two entirely inside. <br>"Help's on the way," she told those still conscious, which seemed to be none of the people who actually needed said help, but at least it made her feel a bit better. <br>"We'd better get the key back to Pine, but I'm not too sure about leaving this people alone, either." She sighed, and looked for a suitably intact surface to sit on. "I don't suppose I missed anyone telling you anything important?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>20-01-2018, 23:30:42</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival &gt; New Port City Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter <br><strong>Notes:</strong> Trouble ahead <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>"I can tell you right now, when I woke up today I was not prepared for a 'Blast from the Past' event." Graham sighed as he trudged along through the dark town's streets alongside Carter. The man was definitely more energetic than he was, but he was capable. He held his own alongside Nao against Shadow Pokemon and Team Snagem, so there was merit to his presence. Team Snagem wasn't something an individual trainer wanted to engage.<br><br>Glancing at Carter, the male nodded. "If they were responsible for the blackout, then I expect them to still be hanging around the Power Plant." he nodded, flexing the Snag Machine on his arm, before grinning. "Did you know someone once proposed 'Team Snatch' for a name? It sounded like it would take off until someone realized what <em>else</em> snatch meant, and ever since then they've been Snagem." He mused, though Carter's interest in the name was related to the danger they posed. With a nod, he confirmed the man's suspicions. "Yeah, they steal Pokemon, but not in a simple way. They use technology that can almost re-register the Pokémon to them even if they're partnered to a trainer... They call it a Snag Machine."<br><br>Lifting his arm to show Carter, his own eyes remained focused abead, the Power Plant coming up. "This was one of their latest models. They collaborated with another organization in Orre, Team Cipher... But they're history now. It seems like every region has its own criminal organization." He frowned, before rubbing the back of his head. "I used to work for Cipher, and alongside Snagem. So this is a personal matter for me. It wasn't just about stealing Pokemon, they experimented on them too. Badly... They created something almost difficult to see with the naked eye called the Shadow Phenomenon. Pokemon with it give off this eerie aura and are much more violent than normal. They also use attacks no Pokemon normally should by drawing from that violence and enmity... All of them had Shadow Pokemon back there, when I thought the experimentation had stopped." he narrowed his eyes, before stopping. Around the plant he could see a couple of then, Snagem Grunts. <br><br>"Guess they were still here after all. Get ready for anything." He nodded, affixing the scanner over his eye and turning it on.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chaosfox</strong> on <strong>21-01-2018, 01:37:20</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/km4kJ9b.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Lucile <br><strong>Location:</strong> Pine’s Lab <br><strong>With:</strong> Whoever might be there<br><strong>Notes:</strong> N/A<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Bella (mawile) Rifa (Drifloon) <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://i.imgur.com/sJc64RY.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/4DhsQ1n.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>Arriving on the island an leaving he boat Lucile had chosen not to mingle with anyone. With Bella following close behind her and Rifa asleep and looking like nothing more than a balloon being carried by Bella as Lucile searched for somewhere she could settle down and just relax until things were to get started. After searching about the woman found a decent spot and getting her guitar out she sat against a small building and sat their strumming away he mawile dancing about to the music the drfloon also swing to the tune.&nbsp; It was in this fashion that Lucile spent her afternoon with her two friends, so distracted she hadn’t realized the area was empty and looked up only when she heard a loud explosion. <br><br>Quickly packing up the woman slug the guitar case on her back before turning to her two partners deciding what they would do. "Rifa go check out the explosion and see what’s going on. I am sure there are others there that can help but&nbsp; just check it out and then come find me and Bella at the lab&nbsp; I want to make sure that whatever that was not just some distraction for attacks elsewhere“. Tuning on her heels the woman sprinted off with her mawile while the drifloon floated of toward the commotion. <br><br>A short time later arriving at the lab the young woman entered the building. As hse ahd been running re had noticed most of the town seemed to be in the dark. But the lab at least seemed to be fine. Looking around a bit Lucile called out to announce herself. “Hello anyone here?&nbsp; I heard the explosion and just wanted to make sure nothing else was going on elsewhere.” <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>22-01-2018, 03:21:52</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/oOz4hx1.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Professor Pine<br><strong>Location:</strong> Her lab<br><strong>With:</strong> Lucile<br><strong>Notes:</strong> What just happened?<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/kQHqeyR.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/LCKJ4xa.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/lc4zHmk.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/k9DVs0l.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/SGc2ceD.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/Hg1TC3f.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br>As Lucile entered the lab it was a scene of barely organized chaos. Pokémon ran about setting up recovery machines as the lab was slowly transforming into a makeshift Pokémon center. In the back a tall woman in a lab coat frantically searched around a desk that was piled nearly as high as her head with what could best be described as ‘stuff’. Beside her stood an Electrivire and an Alolan Raichu, both charging up a generator with their electricity. <strong>”Come on... come on...I know it’s here somewhere...”</strong> the brunette mumbled to herself as she searched through the pile. Finally seeming to find what she was looking for she grabbed something from the very bottom of the pile and yanked it out in one swift motion. <strong>”Got it!”</strong> With her prize in hand, a red device that looked like a smart phone, Professor Pine turned to face the woman who had entered her lab. <strong>”Ah, thank you for checking in dear. I was about to head out and investigate that myself. I just needed this...”</strong> The Professor stoped talking abruptly as she heard the pile beside her shifting. Before she could get out of the way the mountain on stuff toppled over on top of the Professor, hurrying her in papers and boxes other assorted junk. As the dust settled the only part of the professor that was visible was her hand, sticking up out of the stuff and holding the device over the pile.<br><br><strong>”Ow... I’m okay!”</strong> All of the pokémon save for the electric types rushes over to dig out the Professor as if they had done this all before. In no time at all Pine was free and dusting herself off. <strong>”Sorry about that, you’d be surprised how often these little accidents happen around here. But if you are looking to help then why don’t you accompany me. I’m headed to Pokkén Tower myself now to see what happened, just needed this.”</strong> she said holding up the device. <strong>”I heard that the Pokémon who attacked the opening ceremony were using strange attacks no one recognized. With this pokédex I want to try and collect data on them and see just what is going on here. The more help the better, so why don’t you tag along?”</strong> Though the situation was serious the professor’s tone remained cheery and light hearted. <strong>”Come on Raichu, we don’t know if anyone there needs our help!”</strong> Pine headed for the door and offered Lucile a handshake. <strong>”I’m Professor Pine, welcome to Arcaia!”</strong> With their greetings complete the Professor would take to the streets, running for the scene of the explosion with the other young woman.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chaosfox</strong> on <strong>24-01-2018, 01:42:51</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/km4kJ9b.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Lucile <br><strong>Location:</strong> Pine’s Lab <br><strong>With:</strong> Professor Pine<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Amused bye the chaos <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Bella (mawile) Rifa (Drifloon) <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://i.imgur.com/sJc64RY.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/4DhsQ1n.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr>Lucile looked around at the chaos of the place and was slightly taken back at the scene. The Pokémon were running about setting things up and in the back of it all was a woman who seemed to be&nbsp; &nbsp;searching for something on a desk that seemed to have more on it then it should. Lucile was kind of amazed the piles were still standing with all the commotion and she let a slight smile go across her lips as the professor looked up to&nbsp; acknowledge her . ”Ah, thank you for checking in dear. I was about to head out and investigate that myself. I just needed this...” Before the professor could finish her statement though the pile on her desk collapsed and feel on top of her leaving only her arm visible. <br><br>Both Lucile and Bella started toward the pile to help the professor out but before they could get their all the pokemon in the lab except for to electrical one powering the generator dashed over to help the&nbsp; the professor&nbsp; out from under the pile.&nbsp; &nbsp;Lucile couldn’t help b ut cracked an even biger smile at the sight o the professor dusting herself off and could only shake her head listening to the professor as she continued.&nbsp; ”Sorry about that, you’d be surprised how often these little accidents happen around here. But if you are looking to help then why don’t you accompany me. I’m headed to Pokkén Tower myself now to see what happened, just needed this.” she said holding up the device. ”I heard that the Pokémon who attacked the opening ceremony were using strange attacks no one recognized. With this pokédex I want to try and collect data on them and see just what is going on here. The more help the better, so why don’t you tag along?” Lucile nodded&nbsp; her head to say that she was good&nbsp; to tag along as the professor&nbsp; stopped to extend her hand in greeting ”I’m Professor Pine, welcome to Arcaia!” <br><br>Taking the professors hand Lucile shook it “And I am Lucille and will follow right behind you” With the introduction done Lucile followed behind the professor as she called out to Bella “Ok Bella let’s keep up and be ready to grab Rifa If we pass her on the way” <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>25-01-2018, 19:36:24</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokenntower to power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still crushing super hard but now on a mission<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter had to chuckle a bit at the "team snatch" confusion Graham filled him in on, it had to have taken a lot of oversight to get anywhere with a name like that. "I thought I saw some weird, dark aura around them when they used that move. It was all shadowy and dark." He grimaced and glanced at the snag machine on Graham's arm when he displayed it. The very idea of that machines capabilities had Carter clutching his pokeballs defensively. "Well... I'm really glad you're on our side, then." He nodded.<br><br>When they got to the power plant he would notice the grunts as well and groaned, "Great, so, we're gonna have to fight our way through them?" He asked, glancing around the fence. He would try to mentally map where all the grunts were before he kicked a rock at the fence itself, trying to test it. He'd been to power plants before and knew they could be tampered with, these grunts would be stupid if they didn't electrify the fence. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>26-01-2018, 18:02:53</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Tower <br><strong>With:</strong> Althea, Daniel, open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> providing ass-istance<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao glanced back to Carter when he announced he was going to check out the power plant, putting out a call to see if anyone was coming with him. Obviously the implication was that Nao would tag along, why wouldn't he after all? However as he stared at the blonde boy his dusky cheeks took on a deep red blush, "Ummm, I think I'll stay back and help out here..." he muttered bashfully, now that the adrenaline was starting to die down the memories of what had gone down moments before the attack came flooding back, "s-stay safe!" he called before quickly ducking back inside the tower, rubbing his face and squirming with intense awkwardness. <br><br>Turning back to the two girls who had come in to help he gave a nod and wary smile, "thanks guys" he mused, the trio working together to clear a significant chunk of the rubble way quickly, "you know mademoiselle, I do recall telling you to be careful not to get into any trouble on the boat" Nao cooed, lightly teasing Danielle as they dug their way into the tower proper, trying to keep the mood light despite their grim work. <br><br>That proved to be impossible, however, when they saw the state the interior had been left in after the explosion, with equipment and unconscious (hopefully) people strewn about unceremoniously in every direction, "by arceus...." the boy muttered, following Daniel over to the slumped over researcher, "It's alright now, help is on it's way" Nao muttered to the man, quickly reaching up to his neck when he passed out, letting out a relieved sigh as he felt his pulse, "he's ok, he's just unconscious" &nbsp;he said, giving Daniel a reassuring nod before standing up, looking to Althea, "nothing we don't already know unfortunately, those crooks got away with one of the keys, but the other one is still here..." he explained, looking over the grisly scene. <br><br>"The key can wait, if those punks really wanted it so bad they could have taken it from this man on their way out anyways, right now we have to make sure these people and pokemon get out of here safely" he said, tapping into the classes on basic first aid he had been made to take before starting his first adventure back in Kalos, "if you have any psychic pokemon you can use them to move the injured towards the exit while keeping their bodies steady, otherwise don't risk carrying anyone physically, if they have any internal or spinal injuries being moved around could just make it worse. Anyone with ice or rock abilities should try to reinforce the walls and foundations of the building so it doesn't start coming down while everyone is still inside, everyone else should focus on clearing away debris so the paramedics will have an easier time getting to everyone once they arrive" he said, dolling out instructions not just to Daniel and Althea, but to all the others who had arrived on the scene to try and help, showing a surprising amount of leadership skill for someone who had so far just been seen hanging on Carter's arm all the time. As the people and pokemon got to work he also whipped out his camera and began taking pictures, figuring that someone should be documenting what went down here. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>30-01-2018, 22:29:04</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival &gt; New Port City Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter <br><strong>Notes:</strong> Trouble ahead <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>"Yeah... Normally the Shadow phenomenon can't be viewed with the naked eye, but I can only guess that the stronger the enmity a Pokemon exhibits, the more obvious it becomes. As for those moves... As I understand them, they're not beholden to the rules of nature as it stands. They have their own type that cannot be resisted except by other Shadow Pokemon, but they do increased damage to any Pokemon not a Shadow type. It's really dangerous." Graham sighed, before he looked down at the Snag Machine on his arm. "I'm supposed to be using this to liberate Shadow Pokemon from them. It's tagged to ensure I don't use it to steal innocent Pokemon." he added, as Carter picked up a rock to chuck at the fence.<br><br>"Yeah, there's no avoiding we've gotta fight. Keep that Abra handy... If they chuck Pokeballs at your Pokemon, tag 'em Return to Sender." He finished as he got up, the rock making contact with the fence and causing it to spark. Almost immediately, the two nearest grunts moved out to fight, one sending out a Rattata and the other deploying a Joltik. In the dark it was a bit harder to notice the aura, but the menacing glow could still be made out. To Graham's scanner, it was clear as day.&nbsp; "Snivy, Vine Whip!" He called out, the grass snake quickly whipping the snake-like vines out and across the ground to strike the Joltik, while the other Grunt directed his Rattata to chase down Carter with a Bite attack. <br><br>"Can't let these snot-nosed brats just run around thinking they own the place. Take 'em down and we can drag them back to the Boss to be properly dealt with!" The second Grunt growled, adjusting his visor to scan the enemy Pokemon... The Snivy and Aipom were normal, as we're the Buneary and Abra. "Heheh, more Pokemon can't hurt either."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>30-01-2018, 22:42:48</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokenntower to power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still crushing super hard but now on a mission<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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 the two grunts came after them Carter would call out his abra, "Come on, Mayuri." He said determinedly as the two approached them. "You guys are scum, stealing pokemon from trainers! You don't deserve to be able to train a rock, let along some actual creatures." His teeth would grit as he folded his arms over his chest. The youth wouldn't utter a single word as the abra floated in the air. The abra running at him would even lunge to make his bite connect before the abra disappeared from sight. The mouse would slam into the ground and crush a rock before Mayuri appeared behind it, its fist glowing with heat before it slammed into the back of the rat.<br><br>"You're just forcing these pokemon to listen to you, a real trainer is friends with his team!" He called again, glaring daggers at both of the snagem grunts as Mayuri began to wildly teleport around the battle field, making it all but impossible for the grunt to see or predict where the creature would go.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>07-02-2018, 02:34:25</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Why is this happening?<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mudkip, Ralts, Magikarp<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/RAXtL82.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><br>As Nao began to take charge Daniel followed his lead. Clutching the key tightly to her chest she watched as the feminine boy doled out orders and began organizing the people around them into doing what they could for the injured. As he gave orders and began to help, taking pictures to document what had happened Daniel couldn’t help but be impressed. Where she had just locked up Nao took control of the situation. Daniel found it rather attractive, still thinking Nao was a woman. Seeing her (him) step up and lead showed Nao was someone who could take charge of any situation. Shaking those thoughts away for the moment Daniel ordered Ralts to help carrying the injured man who had given them the key out of the building. Along the way she looked to Althea who also looked less shaken up about things than she was. <strong>”What do you think we should do with this for now?”</strong> she asked as she held up the key to Althea.<br><br>Daniel stood like that for just a moment when something came barreling out of the darkness at her. In a blur she went from standing with the key held out to laying flat on her back. A snarling growlithe stood on top of the gray haired girl, pinning her to the ground and clamping its jaws on her arm that held the key.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>07-02-2018, 02:36:10</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/7GZeQp5.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Cadet Jenny<br><strong>Location:</strong> In front of Pokkén Tower<br><strong>With:</strong> Nao, Althea, Daniel<br><strong>Notes:</strong> This could be my big break!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Growly (growlithe), Fletchy (fletching)<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/sZRRXWS.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/4KfdiTg.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br><br>As the growlithe pinned the girl in the bandana a young woman with teal hair came running up. <strong>”Stop right there criminal scum!”</strong> she cried out. Leaping over debris the girl ran up next to her victim and glared down at her. <strong>”You’re under arrest for theft of an ancient artifact and the destruction of Pokkén Tower!”</strong> The girl’s voice was authoritative, like she had done this before. She sported a blue skirt and collared top with a black vest and leggings. On her head she wore a blue cap. <strong>”Surrender the key and Growly will release you.”</strong> Reaching into a pouch she had on her back she produced a pair of hand cuffs. <strong>”I mean it!”</strong> she yelled, though this time sounding a little less forceful and sure. The growlithe growled low to emphasize its trainers order.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>08-02-2018, 06:45:15</strong>
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				At 2018-02-07 22:14:54, Thunder Splash (uid: 62086) rolls: 2d6 Result: 1st d6: rattata 2, 2nd d6: joltik 4 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=114053)<br><br><div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/ZNpZjEs.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Team Snagem Grunts<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham and Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> These brats think they can mess with us?<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Ratatta, joltik<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/Ef56dBe.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/tnDkMmN.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br><strong>”Bah, why do punks like this always gotta stick their noses where they don’t belong? So annoying.”</strong> the more laid back of the grunts complained as the battle began. As he scanned his opponents the grunt noticed the device one of them wore. <strong>”Huh? Hey punk! Where’d you get that?”</strong> he asked pointing at the snag machine on Graham’s arm, not paying much attention to the punishment Graham’s Snivey was dealing his joltik. The other much angrier grunt was getting frustrated as his rattata tried and failed again and again to catch the teleporting abra. <strong>”Stand still you bastard!”</strong> he cried out. <strong>”A little help over here! Switch with me!”</strong> The other grunt just barely looked at his companion before shrugging his shoulders. With a flick of his wrist his joltik changed its target from the snivey who had attached it to the psychic Pokémon. <strong>”Electroweb...”</strong> he said in a half-hearted tone. Joltik sprayed out a giant web across the clearing the group was fighting in, hoping the electrified strings might catch the teleporting abra. As for the other grunt he shouted to his rattata, <strong>”Shadow blitz! Destroy that stupid Snivey!”</strong> With a loud cry the rattata barreled towards Snivey, a faint dark aura surrounding it as it charged.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>10-02-2018, 17:46:47</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Tower <br><strong>With:</strong> Althea, Daniel, open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> providing ass-istance<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Glancing over his shoulder Nao just happened to catch Daniel's admiring stare, which prompted the boy to smirk and shoot her a quick, knowing wink. As inappropriate as it may have seemed for the situation, he felt a bit comforted by it, it helped break the tension a little bit at least, and there was plenty of tension here that needed breaking, "alright, careful now, keep them as steady as possible, that's good" he said as he turned back to a couple of psychic trainers levitating prone citizens out through the entrance. <br><br>The boy had just turned to start exploring deeper into the building when he heard a loud, dull thud followed by shouting, "oh what now!?" he exclaimed, spinning on his heels and freezing when he saw Daniel pinned to the ground, an officer Jenny screaming in her face. What the heck was going on? Thinking quickly Nao suddenly brought his camera back up and began snapping off pictures of the scene, turning the flash up to make sure it would catch the officer's attention, "you've got the wrong girl officer" Nao said firmly, steeling himself as he stepped up to the cop, "She's not responsible for the attack or the stolen key, it was a criminal group calling themselves team Snagem, and they're long gone by now. There are literally dozens of witnesses here that can attest to her innocence, including the researcher who handed her that key for safe keeping in the first place" he explained, before holding up his camera in a defensive manner, "Now I'd suggest you call off your growlithe and let her go, unless you want the news getting pictures of an officer assaulting an innocent civilian while letting the real crooks get away" he said, his eyes narrowing with defiance, indicating that he planned to make good on that threat if she didn't back off, "I'm sure it'd make for an interesting story..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>10-02-2018, 21:36:41</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/7GZeQp5.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Cadet Jenny<br><strong>Location:</strong> In front of Pokkén Tower<br><strong>With:</strong> Nao, Althea, Daniel<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Gah!! What have I done?<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Growly (growlithe), Fletchy (fletching)<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/sZRRXWS.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/4KfdiTg.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br><br>Jenny brought her hand up to block the harsh light that suddenly began flashing at her. What was happening? As a...girl? came running up waving about the camera they held Jenny’s expression sank to one of horror as she was frankly told she had messed up, bad. Pictures of her hurting the wrong person going to the new?! NO! No no no no nonononononono! <strong>”Th-the wrong...person?”</strong> Jenny looked from Nao to Daniel and back again before barking out <strong>”Growly, release her!”</strong> Trying to regain her composure Jenny’s look quickly shifted back to a more serious one. <strong>”My apologies!”</strong> she said quickly with a bow. She the rushed over to help the poor girl she had attacked up. <strong>”I had just received word that Pokkén Tower had been attacked and that a woman had stolen some sort of key... You got the bill for that miss. Again I’m really sorry about that. Are you okay?”</strong> <br><br>Jenny let out a nervous laugh to try and ease the tension. <em>”What should I do now?”</em> she thought to herself. But wait... they thought she was an officer? Yes! Maybe she could use that to her advantage. So long as they didn’t go to the news that is... <strong>”There’s really no need to go to the news... but you said you witnessed the culprit who did take the key? Please, could you describe her to me? And do you know where she went?”</strong> Maybe she had messed up here, but she could still track down whoever did this. There may still be a shot at this working out.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>16-02-2018, 03:52:46</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Nao<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Too tired for this<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>Althea - and, probably more importantly, Brigid the Kangaskhan - had tensed up ready to involve themselves but luckily the situation had been dealt with without her having to get in trouble with the police. Again. Even if this one was more of a cute kid than anything else.<br><br>"Blonde, about my age," Althea began to describe the woman. "Mentioned something about being part of a Team Snagem, had blue eyes, a Buneary, Mareep and Bounsweet, legs for days and," her expression grew thoughtful. "A <em>really</em> nice ass, now that I think about it. There were ... four, I think? Guys with them, not so sure on details since, well ..." she shrugged. "She was, despite everything, really quite good looking. Anyway, if you need confirmation we're on the level, call up Pine. She sent us, and can confirm that we're meant to be doing this."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>16-02-2018, 20:12:09</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival &gt; New Port City Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter <br><strong>Notes:</strong> Trouble ahead <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>"This? ... Wouldn't you like to know? Maybe I looted it off one of your buddies." Graham taunted, trying to maneuver about to get a clear opening to the Power Plant. He still had Aipom to rely on if things got ugly, but these grunts seemed determined to not let them get anywhere beyond where they were stuck.<br><br>Well, that didn't take long. Evidently one of the grunts didn't take kindly to being played like a damned fiddle, and made the intelligent choice to switch off. [Color=forestgreen ]"Huh... They <em>can</em> learn. I don't give them enough credit."[/color] Graham remarked quietly as he found the Abra engaging the Joltik nkw, while he was left to deal with the Rattata... Who was now targeting Snivy with a Shadow attack. Oh this was gonna suck.<br><br>"These guys are determined to keep us out of here. C'mon Snivy, let's oust ' em! Vine Whip the Rattata!" he called out, commanding Snivy to redirect his efforts to the shadow-emitting Rat Pokemon. As fast as it was moving, even if the vines hit, it was going to likely force its way and strike Snivy anyway...<br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">OOC</div><div class="spoiler_body"> At 2018-02-16 12:55:01, Gardsorm (uid: 57955) rolls: 1d6 Result: 4 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=114338)</div></div>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>19-02-2018, 19:45:00</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Tower <br><strong>With:</strong> Althea, Daniel, open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> providing ass-istance<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao starred the officer down hard and firm as she quickly began back pedaling on her attempt at an arrest, "Mmhm, I'm sure" he said in response to her apology, instead turning his attention to Daniel, letting the camera drop to hang around his neck as he looked her over for any serious bites or bruises, "are you alright? you're not hurt at all are you?" he asked, patting at her clothes a bit to help dust her off, "that was pretty scary...jeez trouble really does follow you doesn't it?" he cooed, letting out a small chuckle, "though it looks like the fall didn't do too much damage, thanks to some good cushioning" he added, giving her teasing pat on the behind when no one was looking, her plump posterior no doubt absorbing most of the impact of the tackle. <br><br>The boy became serious again, however, as Althea began describing the incident to the cadet, "She also wore a pretty distinct looking gold necklace, and a yellow blazer" Nao quickly added, "and also she wasn't <em>that</em> attractive to be honest" the boy continued, apparently not sharing the same affinity for the lady that Althea did. At the end of the day they were tracking down a criminal, not some kind of super model. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>20-02-2018, 16:37:20</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokenntower to power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still crushing super hard but now on a mission<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>"Hey! You guys can't just switch opponents cause you're losing!" Carter yelled at the grunt when they switched their pokemon, "That's against the rules, ya dick!" After he stopped and began realizing exactly <em>who</em> he was complaining to he blushed and folded his arms over his chest. The electroweb would cover the area and landed on top of Abra in one of its teleporting sessions. The small creature would call out in pain and Carter would immediately call the pokemon back into its ball, "Go, Nemu!" He called, before the pink rabbit appeared on the field.<br><br>The small bunny would stare the Joltik down before she rushed towards it at blinding speed, hopping from place to place on the field to make it a harder target. "High jump kick!" He called towards her before the rabbit launched herself up into the air, aiming a powerful foot towards the Joltik. <br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">OOC</div><div class="spoiler_body">At 2018-02-20 09:36:16, kingmaster1 (uid: 30483) rolls: 1d6 Result: 3 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=114480)</div></div>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>21-02-2018, 19:49:03</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Thankfully okay.<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mudkip, Ralts, Magikarp<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/RAXtL82.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><br>Rubbing her wrist as the growlithe released her arm Daniel glared at the officer. What was her problem? Did she look like a bad guy?! Daniel accepted Nao’s hand to pull herself up, doing a quick inventory of herself as she was pulled up. <strong>”Yeah... I think I’m okay. And it does doesn’t it? Just call me danger prone Daniel.”</strong> she said with a wink. Daniel blushed a little at Nao’s next comment, and was caught off guard by the pat on the ass. Being honest it wasn’t unwelcome, just surprising. She gave a little wiggle to play along. But as Nao got serious again Daniel tried to as well. It didn’t work out so well as the conversation seemed to shift to how pretty the Snagem commander was. <strong>”I don’t know... she Was pretty hot.”</strong> the gray haired girl agreed with Althea. <strong>”But that aside how do you think the others are doing? Didn’t Graham and Carter chase after them?”</strong> she asked. She knew those two ran off to do something. She hoped they weren’t being stupid and trying to take on the whole evil team by themselves...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>24-02-2018, 18:53:09</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/oOz4hx1.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Professor Pine<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokkén Tower <br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Naozumi, Althea, Lucile, Cadet Jenny<br><strong>Notes:</strong> What happened here?<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/kQHqeyR.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/LCKJ4xa.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/lc4zHmk.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/k9DVs0l.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/SGc2ceD.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/Hg1TC3f.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br>As the pair ran through the darkened streets the street lights above them would flicker on and then off again as they passed. The professor would nod and smile to her Alolan Raichu in approval. <strong>”Thanks for the light Joule.”</strong> The duo quickly arrived at their destination to find the stand off between the pokédex holders and an officer. It appeared as though there had been some misunderstanding and the tension was high. Hearing the last bits of the conversation the professor was pretty sure she could piece two and two together as to what had happened. In her usual cheery demeanor Pine tried to insert herself between the two parties to try and break some of the tension. <strong>”Good evening officer. It seems there has been some misunderstanding here. I’m Professor Pine, Arcaia’s local pokémon expert, and you see, these three were sent by myself to come a retrieve this artifact and bring it back to my lab... however it looks as though things went a little awry here. But rest assured they are the ones who should be in possession of this key.”</strong> She spoke quickly, worried the officer might not let her get her explanation out. Since it seemed the officer was beginning to understand the situation the professor turned to her pokédex holders. <strong>”Are you three alright? I heard bits and pieces of what happened here. Is everyone okay? Where are the other two?”</strong> Seeing the destruction and the bodies of unconscious victims made&nbsp; the Professor feel uneasy about two members of the group missing. <strong>”Oh, and this is Lucile,”</strong> she said motioning to the girl woman beside her. <strong>”She’s offered to help. Do you guys know where that group took the other key?”</strong> she asked, hoping they might have a lead on what to do next. She was worried about the people in the tower of course. But if an organization was after the keys and was willing to cause this much destruction to get them, Pine began to wonder if some of her theories about them were true. If so then things may begin taking a turn for the worst in Arcaia if they didn’t get that key back soon...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>01-03-2018, 22:57:50</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/ZNpZjEs.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Team Snagem Grunts Kyle and Chad<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham and Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Damn it voltorb not again!!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Ratatta, joltik<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/Ef56dBe.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/tnDkMmN.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><strong>”Really?... then I guess we’ll just have to take it back huh? What a drag...”</strong> the grunt said in a tone that couldn’t sound any more uninterested. The rattata charged at Graham’s Pokémon with rage in its eyes. But that rage was not enough, for when the vine caught the rat square across the face its attack was directed straight down into the ground. A small crater was blasted into the dirt, kicking up a huge cloud of dust. As the dust settled rattata was laid on the ground, stars now in its eyes. Seeing his Pokémon so easily thwarted the bald grunt let out a howl of anger. <strong>”Grrrrrrr! You think you can beat me you little shit?! I’ll show you!”</strong> The grunt was turning red and you could nearly see the steam coming out of his ears. <strong>”Dude... take a chill pill Chad. No need to get so worked up...”</strong> the laid back grunt chided his partner. <strong>”Shut the fuck up Kyle! These punks need to be taught what happens when you mess with Team Snagem!”</strong> Chad barked back. Kyle just shrugged his shoulders and returned his attention to the buneary that was released. <strong>”Whatever dude...”</strong> His joltik scurried backwards away from the bunny hoping to dodge the attack. Chad furrowed his massive brows and pulled out another pokéball. <strong>”I’ll show you you punk! And I’ll be takin’ that snag machine back too! Go voltorb! Thunder shock!!”</strong> As the voltorb was released it let out a happy yelp and immediately began to glow with a bright light. Just a seconds after it had been released the ball Pokémon let off a huge explosion! The grunts and their pokémon were caught in the middle of it and went blasting off into the sky, vanishing in a blink of light. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>05-03-2018, 15:59:41</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokenntower to power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still crushing super hard but now on a mission<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter had just been about to call a move for Nemu when the voltorb came out and so suddenly exploded. Luckily the small rabbit's instincts had her back off. "Uh...Huh..." The trainer would scratch his head and pull out a pokeball, "Good job, Nemu." He shrugged and recalled her. He would walk over to the explosion point and kick the dirt a bit, "well... Victory for us?" He asked, turning back to Graham, fighting off a laugh. He'd been expecting that battle to go on for a bit, but that couldn't have gone better for them in the long run. "Alright, let's get inside. I bet there's more of these dudes down below and a voltorb probably won't crash anyone through the earth, so... Let's just hope we can get out of the blast radius."<br><br>Before they went on he checked to see if there was a camera function on his pokedex to take a picture of the blast sight. He suspected Nao would've done just that if he'd been there, truly a story to regail the others with when they all met back up.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>12-03-2018, 10:59:53</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Nao<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Too tired for this<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>Althea had been about to reassure Nao that she - she was fairly sure that guys didn’t get her to think the sorts of things she’d already privately thought about the bouncy, bubbly Kalosian - was just as, if not more, pretty than the team leader’s more mature good looks, when Pine turned up to prove that they weren’t doing anything wrong. She’d known, of course, that the professor would eventually contact the police or be contacted by them and sort this all out, but Althea was glad that she’d decided to come here and cut that misunderstanding short. <br><br>The blonde wasn’t all that glad about the news she had to share, though. <br>“They said Snagem,” she informed the slightly older woman. “As for the other two, they ran off to the power plant while we went in here, but were fine the last time I saw them. We’re not hurt, either, I think. And,” she gave Pine a little look. “I guess this is the part where you take us somewhere private and fill us in on just what sort of mess we’ve gotten into?”<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>12-03-2018, 21:28:49</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival &gt; New Port City Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter <br><strong>Notes:</strong> Trouble just blasted off? <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>So, Graham had been ready for a fight. His scanner at the ready to detect the danger in front, Poke balls at the ready if the opportunity arose to take his opponent's Pokemon. The Snivy and Rattata deadlocked, both getting hurt in the melee, but the surprise came when the other Snagem Grunt swapped out for a Voltorb... Now this was going to be dangerous. "Get ready, Snivy, this isn't going to be fun." he grimaced, his grass snake Pokemon picking himself up and dusting off before getting ready to square up with the new threat, though that one attack had definitely taken alot out of him. He debated switching off to Aipom, but something more miraculous happened.<br><br>Instead of sending the Voltorb at them, the Pokemon wound up Self-Destructing on its <em>owner</em>! Him and his partner, as well as their Pokemon, we're soon blasted away unceremoniously, as the hood-wearing male simply raised a brow and stood upright. "... Huh. Okay, I take that back, that <em>was</em> fun." He grinned, as he held Snivy's Pokeball out and returned him to rest a bit, before he looked to Carter. "Sounds good, though I'd hope they'd keep Pokemon from self-destructing down there because if the Power Plant goes up, so do they and everyone in it. Maybe." he sighed, waiting for Carter to follow... Who took a pic of the crater.<br><br>"I was gonna say we don't have time for that... But really, someone blowing themselves with their own Pokemon deserves a picture to explain the story. Now let's bolt! ... No puns intended." he quipped, racing past the crater and open fence near it to access the interior of the Power Plant. "It occurs to me I don't know the first thing about Power Plants. You think it's like a car, that we just turn a key and restart it like a car? Or do you think it's done by a key sequence on a console?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>13-03-2018, 20:41:55</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Tower <br><strong>With:</strong> Althea, Daniel, open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> providing ass-istance<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao just rolled his eyes at the continued drooling being down over the blonde headed crook, deciding to just leave it for now, "I heard Carter say they were going to check out the power plant,<br>it's possible the group that did this could also be responsible for the power going out all over town.<br>I don't think they'd be in too much trouble though, Carter's a strong battler, and that other guy looked like he could more than hold his own" he said, adding to Althea's break down, "I have to say la madame, this seems way beyond what we signed up for. I came here to explore and challenge the pokemon league, not get into street fights with criminals" Nao said, not really sure he liked where all of this was going. Sure he had agreed to take the pokedex and record all the pokemon he found, but he didn't sign up to be a crime fighter or anything like that. Honestly he'd much rather put this whole thing behind him, sooner rather than later. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>15-03-2018, 02:33:01</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokenntower to power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still crushing super hard but now on a mission<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), <br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</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>Carter would chuckle and catch up with Graham, "Nao will love this, he's always taking pictures of stuff he likes." The blonde would smile fondly before putting away his pokedex, getting to the door of the power plant with Graham. "You're asking the wrong guy, man. I didn't even know what a power plant was till a while ago. I always assumed electricity was just in the house..." He would rub the back of his head, "But... I'm gonna assume we'll figure it out... Eventually."<br><br>With a pokeball in hand Carter began walking into the power plant, his nerves causing a big ball of stress in his stomach. "Let's just... Uh... I-i-is... Is st-st-ste-stealth... stealth necessary?" He asked, his stutter starting to come back as the adrenaline of battle was wearing off. He would take a deep breath before rounding a corner. Where he'd expected another group of baddies, however, seemed to be very different. Sat in the middle of the floor was a small, flower looking creature with a bright blue body and a bright, yellow petal top. "What the...?" Carter would ask before pulling up the pokedex. A small robot voice would call out, "Bounsweet."&nbsp; Carter would stare at the pokedex, "What? This isn't a bounsweet. A bounsweet is a grass type and it's definitely not B-." The small pokemon would notice the two and start walking towards them, "Boun!" It called out.<br><br>Carter would jump slightly and instinctively throw his pokeball at the creature. 
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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>24-03-2018, 16:39:47</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/7GZeQp5.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Cadet Jenny<br><strong>Location:</strong> In front of Pokkén Tower<br><strong>With:</strong> Nao, Althea, Daniel<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Gah!! What have I done?<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Growly (growlithe), Fletchy (fletching)<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/sZRRXWS.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/4KfdiTg.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br><br>Jenny was a bit surprised as more people showed up at the scene of the crime. This time it was the professor the short blonde woman had mentioned. Jenny recognized her as who she said she was, the regions Pokémon expert. Everyone’s explanations all seemed to line up, which meant of the cadet wanted to catch the bad guys she needed to be at the power plant, not here. <strong>”Thank you for clearing all the up Professor, it appears I made a mistake. Thank you all for the information, I will be sure to use it to track down the real criminals.”</strong> Jenny ended with a deep bow, hoping that she had apologized enough. She then looked down at her growlithe and gave it a serious look. <strong>”Come on Growly!”</strong> The cadet took off running towards the power plant, her pokémon letting out a sharp bark and following beside her. <em>”If o can get there fast enough maybe I can still catch them. Come on Jenny, don’t blow this. Don’t let this opportunity slip through your fingers!”</em> She poured on more steam as she raced through the darkened streets. She had to get there fast!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>24-03-2018, 17:05:49</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/oOz4hx1.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Professor Pine<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokkén Tower <br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Naozumi, Althea, Lucile, Cadet Jenny<br><strong>Notes:</strong> What happened here?<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/kQHqeyR.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/LCKJ4xa.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/lc4zHmk.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/k9DVs0l.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/SGc2ceD.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/Hg1TC3f.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br>With the officer’s abrupt departure it was now just Pine and her pokédex holders. She was glad for the privacy, but let out a sigh. Nao and Althea were right, and they deserved to know what was going on. The professor straightened herself up and looked at each of the people around her with a serious look. <strong>”Alright, I’ll try and explain this as best I can, but mind you this is only my hypothesis right now. I told you those keys were from ancient times. They are so ancient they seem to be as old as Arcaia itself. That sounds impossible I know, but I have one idea as to why they could be that old. I do not believe these keys to be man made... I think they were created by the legendary pokémon Arceus. Why and for what reason I am not sure, that was why I wanted to study them. But what I do know is they seem to be made for a specific purpose, and each one has opposite characteristics. The key you hold there, I dubbed it the light key. See how it radiates a warm and calming light even now. The other gave off a dark shadowy aura that was unnerving. That one, the one it appears this Team Snagem has stolen, I dubbed the shadow key. I don’t know how this Snagem could have known about the keys, but if they did they may have come to similar conclusion that I have. That could be why they wanted to steal them, but why they only wanted the shadow key and not both I do not know.”</strong> Pine was sure to keep looking at all of them as she explained things, making eye contact and trying to read what they were thinking. She hoped all of this wouldn’t make them want to lay down their pokedexes, but she would not blame them if they did.<br><br><strong>”Inknow this whole situation has gotten incredibly out of hand, but if you are still willing I ask that you all help me retrieve the shadow key. I don’t know what this team wants it for, but it cannot be good. If they are willing to cause this much destruction,”</strong> she said as she gestured to the ruined Pokkén Tower, <strong>”then who knows what they are planning to do with it. I know I am asking a lot, and if you say no I will understand, but will you please help me in getting the key back? If we leave it in their hands I fear what that could mean for all of Arcaia...”</strong> Pine hopes they would help. She had heard from other professors around the world what incredible trainers their pokédex holders had become. Pine hoped her luck in choosing the holders she had would prove just as good. <strong>”And Lucile. I know you just got pulled into all of this rather suddenly, but the more help we could get the better. I have one more pokédex as you saw,” she said pulling the last pokédex out of her lab coat, <strong>”But if you are willing to help us out, you can have this one”</strong> She held the device out to the woman, hoping to gain one more ally.</strong>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>24-03-2018, 17:19:41</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://orig00.deviantart.net/a313/f/2017/064/f/b/_gacha__bluebelle_by_spearow-db0wp12.png)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Bounsweet<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter, Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Boun!!<br><br><hr><hr><hr><br>As Carter came around the corner the bounsweet turned and was startled by his sudden appearance. It let out a yelp just as the boy did. Before the Pokémon could react a pokéball was hurled at it, hitting it right on the forehead. Ina flash of light the bounsweet turned into red light and was sucked into the ball. As it fell to the floor the ball wiggles once...twice...three times. A soft clicking sound was then made and the ball went still. Bounsweet was caught!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>18-04-2018, 17:27:53</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival &gt; New Port City Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter <br><strong>Notes:</strong> Sneaking about~ <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>It seemed like it was gonna be a learning experience for the both of them. None of them had any experience with Power Plants at all, least of all exploring (well actually this felt more like a raid) them. "Well, lucky us then, huh? Let's make this quick, the rest of New Port City needs the electricity." Graham nodded, moving along slowly and quietly incase other Snagem Grunts were around. It was going to be a pain if others decided to show up, but ambushing them could probably make things easier... Or avoiding them entirely.<br><br>Casting a look at Carter, he shrugged before facing forward. "Force of habit, I guess, I did alot of sneaking around back in Orre. Besides, it doesn't help to draw attention when we want to get somewhere quickly. Of course, I could be too careful and there really isn't much of... Carter?" he asked, glancing back and realizing Carter hung back a bit, finding a... Bounsweet? What exactly was that? Following Carter's example, he researched the Pokemon l, but came to realize it sounded and looked nothing like its pokedex entry. That, and the fact that Carter moved and caught it without a second thought.<br><br>"Hah... Even doing something like this, you can find the time to catch a Pokemon? That's cool... You gave it a name yet?" Graham asked, before looking just past him to see a rough map of the area. It seemed a corridor near Carter led further in toward the control centers. Perhaps it really was a good thing his friend stopped for the capture. "Psst, looks like we're going that way." he pointed out, before he moved past Carter with a pat on his shoulder. Maybe he should have gone out if his way to catch a Pokemon too...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>18-04-2018, 18:10:49</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokenntower to power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still crushing super hard but now on a mission<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), Unohana (bounsweet)<br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://orig00.deviantart.net/a313/f/2017/064/f/b/_gacha__bluebelle_by_spearow-db0wp12.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><br><hr><hr><hr><br>Carter would stop and blink a few times after the ball stopped shaking, "I uh... Well... I... Wha-... Okay..." He said, rubbing his chin before bending down to grab the pokeball. He'd never caught a pokemon before that, he'd been given his current two and now he'd just caught his first pokemon himself! His eyes would sparkle a bit as he stared down at the ball and jumped a bit when Graham's voice cut through his silent moment. "Wha? Name?" He would look down at the ball, "Oh, you're right, I should name her." He would stare at the pokeball for a moment, thinking through his catalogue of names to try and fit the theme he currently had going.<br><br>"I'm gonna go with... Unohana." He would smile and roll the pokeball in his hand a bit, "Yeah, Unohana, my bounseweet! YEAH!" A cheer would echo through the halls before Carter covered his mouth, "Shit! I'm sorry!" He called, going back to whispering, hoping he hadn't alerted anyone. <br><br>He would smile at the pokeball once more before he clicked it onto his holding belt and started following Graham, "Maybe I should ask the professor about that pokemon, I've never seen one that color before, have you?" He asked with a raised brow, "Maybe it's a regional variant like she said?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>18-04-2018, 18:48:51</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Nao<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Too tired for this<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>"We should probably get to the Power Plant as well," Althea said as she scratched at the back of her head and added slightly to the mess that was her hair. "Those guys might need the help, and one of them seemed to know something about Snagem. He might have some ideas about this whole key business."<br><br>She smiled gently as she turned to Pine. "And don't you worry. I'll .... we'll make sure they don't get to do whatever it is they're planning. I'll make sure the other key gets back to you."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>19-04-2018, 00:08:58</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Tower <br><strong>With:</strong> Althea, Daniel, open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> resisting the call to action<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao bit his lip as Pine explained the possible origins of the two keys. As grand and amazing as it all sounded, it only cemented just how out of their scope this whole thing was. If the entire fate of the region was supposed to be at stake then what were they supposed to do? They were glorified kids! Wasn't this something better left to the police?...well, more competent police at least...or heck even the Rangers! "I don't know...your explanation hasn't exactly quelled my concerns..." he said, just the opposite in fact, it made all of this sound even crazier! <br><br>However as Althea insisted on going to meet up with the boys at the power plant the boy let out a sigh, "alright...I need to meet back up with Carter anyways...but that doesn't mean I'm promising to help with this key business..." he said, glancing over the pokken tower, how many people could have died in that attack? And how easily could it have been any of them? Was it really smart to mess with this kind of stuff? "For now we just happen to be heading to the same destination" he added, slinging his camera back around his neck as he turned in the direction of the power plant, "come on girls let's go" he said, nodding to the others before setting off at a jog, wanting to make it over to the plant quickly. 
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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>20-04-2018, 02:40:17</strong>
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				Salandit rolls: 1d6 Result: 3 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=117894)<br><br><div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/ZNpZjEs.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Team Snagem Grunt<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham and Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Intruders!!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Ratatta, joltik<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/CbrHW4b.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/afPPDid.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>As Graham and Carter started off down the hall a noxious gas filled the corridor. A voice called out from somewhere hidden in the smoke screen, <strong>”Didn’t you kids see the sign out front? No trespassing! I guess someone’s gonna have to teach you what happens when you stick your noses where you shouldn’t!”</strong> As the gas swirled around the two the person’s footsteps could be heard echoing through the hall, making him seem like he was all over the place. <strong>”Ember!”</strong> the voice yelled into the smoke. From down the hall a flurry of small fire balls began rocketing out of the green haze at Carter and Graham. The grunt cackled as he heard the fire sizzle in the tight space.
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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>20-04-2018, 02:51:28</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/oOz4hx1.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Professor Pine<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokkén Tower <br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Naozumi, Althea, Lucile,<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Good luck everyone!<br><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/kQHqeyR.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/LCKJ4xa.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/lc4zHmk.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/k9DVs0l.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/SGc2ceD.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/Hg1TC3f.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br><br>Pine gave the group a weary smile as they, if not&nbsp; a little reluctantly for some, agreed to help her. For now at least. <strong>”Thank you Althea. Thanks to all of you! I am going to help out these people here, but once the paramedics have arrived I will try and follow. Good luck trainers!”</strong> she called to the group as they took off towards the power plant. <strong>”Come on Joule, let’s see if there are any more injured inside the building!”</strong> With a nod from her Alolan Raichu Professor Pine turned with a flourish of her lab coat and rushed inside Pokkén Tower to aid anyone else still inside. She hoped she was doing the right thing, but only time would tell if her pokédex holders would turn out to be as legendary and driven as those other professors had picked before.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>20-04-2018, 03:03:09</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Thankfully okay.<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mudkip, Ralts, Magikarp<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/RAXtL82.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><br>If Professor Pine’s speech was supposed to scare them it was doing a poor job of that for Daniel. If anything it got her even more excited for what lay ahead of them. Arceus?! Ancient mystical keys?! Stopping an evil organization?! It was as if Daniel’s childhood fantasies about grand Pokémon adventures were all coming true! <strong>”You can count on us Professor! We’ll get that key back in no time!”</strong> she yelled pumping her fist in the air. As Nao lead the charge towards to power plant Daniel followed hot on his heel. <strong>”Right begins you Nao! Eeeeeh I’m just so excited! Can you guys believe this?! This is more than I could have ever dreamed off when I set off for Arcaia! Let’s kick those meanie Team Snagem’s asses and take back that key!”</strong> Daniel could hardly contain her excitement as they ran through the streets towards the power plant.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>22-04-2018, 02:22:40</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokenntower to power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still crushing super hard but now on a mission<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), Unohana (bounsweet)<br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://orig00.deviantart.net/a313/f/2017/064/f/b/_gacha__bluebelle_by_spearow-db0wp12.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><br><hr><hr><hr><br>Carter would look down at his newly filled pokeball and grinned deeply before tossing it. The small pokemon would pop out and flutter upwards, apparently using static around its body to float upwards. "Aww, hi Unohana." He would smile before hugging the small creature into his arms, "I'm Carter! I'm your new trainer."<br><br>The bounsweet would look up to the man and smiled, "Boun boun!" It said before rubbing into his chest. <br><br>Carter would squea softly and hug the little one tight, "I'm so happy to have you." With the pokemon in his arms he would continue walking with Graham, looking around the narrow hallway. When it started filling with gas he would yelp, then cover his mouth with his jacket sleeve. Unohana would be clenched to his chest. When the blasts of ember began firing out towards them he would dive down to the ground to try and dodge the. "Ah! Unohana! Use thunder wave that way!" He would point towards the direction of the voice.<br><br>Unohana would flutter the two petals on its head before a bolt of electricity shot out into the smoggy air. <br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">roll</div><div class="spoiler_body">At 2018-04-21 20:22:07, kingmaster1 (uid: 30483) rolls: 1d6 Result: 6 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=117977)</div></div>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>23-04-2018, 18:41:37</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival &gt; New Port City Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter <br><strong>Notes:</strong> Sneaking about~ <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>"Figures the infiltration was going just a little too well." Graham winced as the voice echoed down the hall. Well, they did basically give up their element of surprise... And now they were paying for it with a blast of Smokescreen to obfuscate the would-be intruders. Following it were wildly fired Ember attacks down the hall... Why didn't he have the foresight to snag a water Pokemon when he disembarked from the ship?<br><br>Casting a look at Carter as the pair ducked low, he raised a brow, Aipom hanginger further down on his back. "You sure you wanna use Unohana to deal with a Fi-" he started to speak, before the corridor was suddenly full of a dull, pulsing electric wave that traveled down the hall, causing Graham to blink. "Guess I take that back, you've been way more helpful than I've been on this venture. I think I'm getting rusty." Graham sighed, moving along with a crouch to move beneath the smokescreen. If that Thunder Wave worked like it should have, then there was a good chance both Pokemon and possibly its trainer were paralyzed down the hall.<br><br>"The stairs leading further down were this way." he waved with his free hand, priming a Poke ball with his Snag Machine arm. How much he wanted to steal his opponent's Pokemon, but he resisted the urge and made a break for the stairs. Maybe further down he could find a wild Pokemon to call his own and bolster his team.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>24-04-2018, 04:42:43</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/ZNpZjEs.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Team Snagem Grunt<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham and Carter<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Gah!!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Ratatta, joltik<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/CbrHW4b.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/afPPDid.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>As the fire crackled down the hall and he heard two bodies hit the floor the grunt assumed he had gotten the intruders. He began to cackle in victory until a huge wave of electrical energy slammed into him and his pokémon. His laughing abruptly stopped as the electricity sent him into spasms on the floor.The koffing and salandit he had also cried out and dropped, paralyzed but the Arcaian bounsweet’s attack. With koffing immobilized the gas ceased its releasing and slowly the smog in the air began to dissipate, revealing that the two intruders had been unharmed by his surprise attack. And he had so flawlessly executed his plan too! Those brats had gotten lucky this time! But he knew they would not last long. His comrades would stop those punks before they got anywhere near the control room. This plant still belonged to Team Snagem! 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>25-04-2018, 02:39:39</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Pokenntower to power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still Running!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), Unohana (bounsweet)<br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://orig00.deviantart.net/a313/f/2017/064/f/b/_gacha__bluebelle_by_spearow-db0wp12.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><br><hr><hr><hr><br>Carter would jump up and recall Unohana before rushing off with Graham, "To be fair... Most of my actions are based on terrified panic." He managed to say as they bolted away from the paralyzed grunt, "I've never ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever been in&nbsp; s-s-situation like this.... I-I-I-I.... I... This is a bit more than I was originally thinking was gonna ha-ha-happen on my first day as a trainer.... But it's not all bad..." <br><br>He would hold his newly filled pokeball in his hand, "I can't wait to show Unohana to Nao! I bet he'll be fascinated by the variant. I know I am." He would smile, continuing on with Graham. "I'm glad you're here. If I was alone I'd be beaten or... worse possibly. I don't know. You know these guys and I bet you've been in waaaaay worse instances. I'm just a sheltered kid from Kalos."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Gardsorm</strong> on <strong>12-05-2018, 17:33:53</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/j8kLXgX.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Graham Sheffield<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival &gt; New Port City Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Carter <br><strong>Notes:</strong> Sneaking about~ <br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Snivy and Aipom<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://i.imgur.com/YRuJIBM.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/RA9h8Ld.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>"Heh, that wouldn't be the first time I've seen or heard that. Once upon a time that SAS me too... But those were darker times." Graham mused as he made his way down the steps. He remembered the first time he had to pass initiation to join Team Snagem, and how it involved stealing another trainer's Pokemon... Without using a Snag Machine. Thankfully enough, Graham never had to get violent again after that incident. Still, despite Carter's terror at the situation, he was holding up well enough despite the fact they were descending deeper into dangerous territory.<br><br>"Would also imply you came here by yourself, so unless you're versed in doing dumb things like I am, I wouldn't recommend it for you." Graham winked as he moved near a corner to peek around it... The coast was clear so far but there was no telling when that would change. "Let's make sure we get outta here so we can show the cutie your new Pokemon, huh?" he mused, rounding the corner and heading inward. "You're from Kalos? Huh... What's it like over there? As for me, I'm from Unova... But had an extended stay in Orre. I wouldn't recommend it." he quipped, wondering how much further until they could get to the Control Room.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>15-05-2018, 02:26:36</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still Running!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), Unohana (bounsweet)<br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://orig00.deviantart.net/a313/f/2017/064/f/b/_gacha__bluebelle_by_spearow-db0wp12.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><br><hr><hr><hr><br>Carter would look over to Graham as the other explained his lands of origin, "I'll admit, I don't know anything about Orre other than hearing that there's a lot of desert there. Kalos is a very vibrant place, lots of forests and really big, extravagant cities. I spent most of my time on my parent's estate they're normally the... Protective type." He chuckled, rubbing the back of his head as he recalled the weeks worth of lying he needed to do so he could get to Arcaia.<br><br>The youth would look forward down the dark hallway, hoping they wouldn't be spotted again anytime soon, but perfectly ready to pull out one of his pokemon just in case.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>pdragon</strong> on <strong>17-05-2018, 14:25:01</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Tower <br><strong>With:</strong> Althea, Daniel, open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> resisting the call to action<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao recoiled a bit as Daniel's unbridled excitement at the thought of a perilous journey was essentially the exact opposite of his cautious refusal. He was tempted to try and talk some sense into the girl, however seeing how giddy she was the boy found his expression softening, unable to fight off how infectious her optimism was, "well...just save some of that energy for them then..." the boy cooed, bringing his camera up and snapping a quick picture of the girl mid-stride, the image of a warrior princess racing into battle...truly a captivating shot. <br><br>As they sprinted across town and neared the power plant, the sounds of conflict grew louder and louder, capping itself off with another fairly meaty explosion, "woah what was that!?" the boy exclaimed, watching a small group of figures shooting off into the sky, no doubt leading to a fall that would kill any regular person. Nao bit his lip, suddenly worried if Carter was ok or not. While he had shown how much better he had gotten at battling recently, it was hard for Nao not to think of him as just a sweet, sheltered boy that needed protection, "come on, let's pick it up a bit" Nao suggested, pushing himself as fast as his slender legs would carry him, no doubt slowed down a bit by the plump, weighty tush that went swinging with every stride. Sometimes being sexy was a curse, really it was. <br><br>Rushing as they were, it didn't take them too long to close the distance and catch up to the power plant, the still smoking crater immediately capturing the boy's attention, "woah...careful guys, if whatever made <em>that</em> is still around we're gonna have to stay alert" Nao mused, getting a few shots of the gaping hole, more evidence against Snagem. A quick glance around the grounds made it clear Carter and Graham were probably already inside, the looking back at the girls and giving a firm nod, "alright, keep a pokemon out at the ready in case we run into any trouble, there might still be fighting going on inside" he suggested, taking out one of his own pokeballs and sending out his vulpix, "come on Snowball, let's see if you can't follow Carter's scent" he instructed, the vuplix giving a small little nod before sniffing the ground. While not as acutely honed as a growlithe or a hondour or any other canine pokemon, as a fox Snowball's sense of smell was still better than most, and as it caught the familiar scent of Nao's companion she would race off into the factory, guiding the group through, "looks like she's got it! Come on let's go!" Nao shouted, racing into the plant after her, calling out for his companion all the while, "Carter? Carter! Where are you!?" his voice echoed off the metallic structures of the plant. It was fortunate the boys had just abandoned their attempts at stealth, otherwise Nao's calling would have done it for them. <br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>09-03-2019, 06:11:53</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Nao, Althea, Lucile<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Adventure!! (We're back baby!)<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mudkip, Ralts, Magikarp<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/RAXtL82.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><br>As the group came upon the power plant Daniel's excitement was as electric as the facility. When the group broke out of the tree lined path and into the open area of the compound two things immediately caught her attention. One was the incredible abundance of electric type pokemon wondering about the grounds. Magnemites were floating near the electric lines leading towards the city, a blitzle was grazing on grass near the fence, a group of joltiks was resting on a giant web near the tree line, a chargebug was nibbling on an electrical wire going from the facility to the ground, and countless other pokemon could be seen. The second thing was the smoking crater that Nao drew their attention to just inside the open gate to the power plant. Daniel whistled as she looked it over,<strong>"Looks like theboys have already had some fun huh? I betcha something used explosion, and i doubt either of those two would be dumb enough to use that move when they'd need their pokemon for later battles."</strong> Honestly, what idiot ever used that move anyway? <strong>"But that means the party's already started. Nao's right, we need to be ready.</strong> Though Daniel tried to sound serious the excitement wouldn't leave her voice, and she said this with a big grin across her face.<br><br>Daniel followed Nao's lead, and for good measure released both mudkip and ralts. As the group began heading into the fcility proper Daniel paused only for a minute to look back at the joltik web. She gave the bg pokemon a stern look and said <strong>"I'll be back for one of you."</strong> She then turned and followed the group's defacto leader into the maze of the power plant, admiring their rather nice behind as she followed it. AS the rounded a corner inside Daniel noticed a team snagem grunt laying on the floor, dazed and incapacitated alongside his pokemon. <strong>"Hey guys! I think the boys went this way!"</strong> She called out to the others. Man, Carter and Graham had already won two battles in the time it had taken them to get here? Daniel hoped they weren't going to hog all the fun and would leave some grunts for her. <strong>"Guys?! Carter, Graham, where are you?"</strong> she cried out as she started down a flight of stairs.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>12-03-2019, 02:42:48</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still Running!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), Unohana (bounsweet)<br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://orig00.deviantart.net/a313/f/2017/064/f/b/_gacha__bluebelle_by_spearow-db0wp12.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><br><hr><hr><hr><br>Carter was stood by Graham, the two of them had been walking through the halls of the base with intense trepidation. They'd narrowly escaped a few run ins already and the youth was especially nervous about further ones. The conversation had died down while they were waiting for some guards to pass and, just moments after they thought they were clear, he heard a voice call out from behind them. He would spring up and rushed over, finding Daniel walking in their direction. "Daniel! Shhhh, you gotta be quiet." He would wave his finger in front of his mouth, "This place is crawling with these weirdos, we gotta be stealthy. How are you guys doing?" He asked, finally giving her a smile after a moment, leaving Graham to keep his eyes open for anyone else around them.<br><br>The girl would notice his new pokeball that was hung off his sash along with the other two. Nemu, Mayuri, and now Unohana rested comfortably for the time being and he was still incredibly proud of himself for his first personal catch.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>12-03-2019, 11:46:42</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Arcaia League Starting Festival<br><strong>With:</strong> Daniel, Nao<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Too tired for this<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>With Lamia around her shoulders as usual and Brigid beside her, Althea certainly felt confident as they headed towards the power plant. <br>She was a little bit surprised by how far the boys had gotten in, but only a little bit. There were, after all, meant to be at least competent trainers. <br>"Do you have a plan?" the blonde asked, not bothering to comment on how stealthy a Kangaskhan wasn't. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chaosfox</strong> on <strong>20-03-2019, 23:33:19</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/km4kJ9b.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Lucile <br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Power Plant <br><strong>With:</strong> Nao, Althea <br>&nbsp;<strong>Notes:</strong> N/A<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Bella (mawile) Rifa (Drifloon) <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://i.imgur.com/sJc64RY.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/4DhsQ1n.png)</div><br><hr><hr><hr>Close on the heels of the rest of the group with Bella close behind Rifa in her grip as she followed behind her trainer and friend.&nbsp; The young woman and her partner burst through the buses just on the heels of the others.&nbsp; Making note of the various electric types around she followed the other’s into the&nbsp; power plant once&nbsp; caught&nbsp; up she had Rifa return to its pokeball as she&nbsp; waited to hear what the others would suggest that they do. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>23-03-2019, 23:24:09</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/ZNpZjEs.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Team Snagem Grunts<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Carter, Nao, Daniel, Lucile, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> The fun ends here!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Ratatta, joltik<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/WfXrEJ0.jpg)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://i.imgur.com/5QjcXV1.jpg)</div><br><hr><hr><hr><br>As greeting were called out a clatter of foot steps could be heard from down the hall the reunited group of trainers were in. A few feet away a group of four Snagem grunts came to a halt, pokéballs in hand. <strong>”All right kiddies,” </strong> one of the grunts called out. She wore a red cap with a purple glove symbol on the front of it and appeared to be in charge of this group of grunts. <strong>” the fun and games ends here. You may think you’re tough for making it this far, but no one’s gonna stop us from finding that keyhole!”</strong> she barked out defiantly. The grunts behind her got concerned looks on their faces and one of them tapped her on the shoulder as she stood with her hands on her hips, chest puffed out as a show of strength. <strong>”Uh, Celia... I thought we wasn’t supposed to tell ‘em the boss’ plan”</strong> he said tentatively. The leader’s eyes opened wide for a second before she turned to look at him with a scowl, her cheeks red and puffed out, clearly flustered. <strong>”Sh-shut up! I’m the leader here and that means it’s my turn to monologue!”</strong> Celia turned back to the intruders before her and roughly tugged on the front of her red vest. <strong>”Now come on! Let’s just teach these twerps a lesson already!”</strong> And with that her and her grunts all hurled their pokéballs out, releasing a scorupi, joltik, ratatta, zubat, koffing, and a salandit. Then all in unison the group called out <strong>”Shadow blast!”</strong>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>JoanieSappho</strong> on <strong>25-03-2019, 21:17:46</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/jMlCWlF.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Althea Hawthorn<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Carter, Nao, Daniel, Lucile<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Too tired for this<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Brigid (Kangaskhan), Lamia (Ekans)<br><div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/4/4e/115Kangaskhan.png/250px-115Kangaskhan.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fa/023Ekans.png/250px-023Ekans.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>"With four of you trying, you can't even find the right hole?" Althea smirked. "How disappointingly typical."<br>Her eyes narrowed as the grunts began their attack, her orders following a moment later. <br>"Brigid, Fake Out. Lamia, Glare."<br>She left it up to the pokemon to pick their targets, knowing that, despite her bulk, the Kangaskhan was remarkably fast when it came to using that particular move.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>25-04-2019, 02:49:38</strong>
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				<br><div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/2hrcT2J.jpg?1)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Naozumi Kahale <br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> everyone<br><strong>Notes:</strong> out of the frying pan into the fire<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Pagliacci (Mime Jr.), Snowball (Vulpix)<br><div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/cm4YNqT.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/a8lLaBf.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>Nao lead the group of trainers towards the danger that their friends had gone into despite his better judgement. But Carter was in there and he needed to make sure he was okay. As they went racing through the inner workings of the power plant the boy’s dread grew seeing the dazed grunts laying in their friend’s wake. On the one hand that meant they were still hopefully okay. On the other who knew how many of these creeps were in here. As the hyperactive Daniel noticed a staircase and ran down it Nao followed hot on her heel.<br><br>When they rounded a corner and found their friends thankfully okay Nao ran immediately up to Carter and nearly tackled him with a hug. <strong>Dieu merci, Carter you are okay!”</strong> he cooed as he held his friend tightly. However, Nao’s grip quickly loosened and he backed up to holding Carter at arms length, a ruby red blush coloring his tan cheeks as he remembered their kiss from earlier and how they never really got a chance to process that moment. <strong>”It is good to see you both are okay. We were worried about you when we saw the entrance. Heh heh...”</strong> he ended with a bit of nervous laughter.<br><br>The youth didn’t have long to stay embarrassed though, as a group of Team Snagem grunts came from down the hall. As Nao began to formulate a witty quip at their leader’s apparent incompetence the group opened fire on their party with that same mysterious attack from Pokken Tower. Nao pulled Carter close again and called out to his companion <strong>”Pagliacci light screen!”</strong> The mime jr. responded quickly and threw up a shimmering screen to protect Nao, Carter, and those around them.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kingmaster1</strong> on <strong>19-05-2019, 15:00:55</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://d.wattpad.com/story_parts/151482627/images/13f40fb19b86467d.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Carter Kingston<br><strong>Location:</strong> Power plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Nao, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Still Running!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mayuri (abra), Nemu (buneary), Unohana (bounsweet)<br><div class="floatright">(https://pldh.net/media/dreamworld/063.png)</div> <div class="floatright">(http://vignette3.wikia.nocookie.net/leonhartimvu/images/c/c5/427_Buneary_Shiny.png/revision/latest?cb=20131102040241)</div> <div class="floatright">(https://orig00.deviantart.net/a313/f/2017/064/f/b/_gacha__bluebelle_by_spearow-db0wp12.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><br><hr><hr><hr><br>Carter would blush brightly as Nao grabbed him into a hug, almost immediately getting those same feelings he'd had some time ago for his companion. When Nao moved back away he would grinning softly and chuckled, "Well, yeah, we're okay... Some guard set off his electrode up at the front but it didn't hit any of us." He would shrug his shoulders but moments later another grunt would appear and Nao was quick on the draw to defend them all.<br><br>After the initial blast of the attack Carter would toss his ball and Unohana, his newest, would pop out of it. "Unohana, use thunderbolt on them." He called down to her. The little creature would begin steadily spinning in place before a strong bolt of electricity fired off at the grunts and their pokemon.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Pokémon Light and Shadow: The Land of Arcaia ⊚Main Thread⊚</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Thunder Splash</strong> on <strong>04-06-2019, 23:49:30</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/dvcE2nO.jpg)</div> <strong>Name:</strong> Daniel Lebeau<br><strong>Location:</strong> Landing Port Power Plant<br><strong>With:</strong> Graham, Althea<br><strong>Notes:</strong> What is wrong with these Pokémon?!<br><strong>Pokémon:</strong> Mudkip, Ralts, Magikarp<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/RAXtL82.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 Carter shushed her Daniel quickly clasped her hand over her mouth, a little embarrassed for&nbsp; not thinking through her shouting for the boys. As Nao rushed ahead of her to embrace Carter she didn’t even have enough time to make a comment about the cute couple before some more of the grunts and showed up. Their boss seemed to make a fool of herself and then Daniel yelped as Pokémon were all released. Again they were shrouded in some unnatural dark aura that put Daniel on edge. As they blasted their huge shock wave towards the group the trainer scooped up her pokémon and almost in unison with Nao shouted <strong>”Ralts light screen!!”</strong> the timid pokémon responded quickly and threw up a second wall of light beside the one made by the mime jr. as the attack slammed into them the barriers thankfully held against the wave of energy. Letting go of her Pokémon and noticing the... electric? bounsweet that Carter released the brandy girl got an idea. <br><br><strong>”Mudkip! Hit them with a water gun!”</strong> she called out to her little blue friend. The water type nodded and focused on their opponents, letting out a torrent of water just before the bounsweet released its electric attack. Daniel hopes by soaking their opponents the thunder shock might be a little more potent. With the whole group here at least the odds were almost even. But Daniel’s biggest worry was that this was no regular pokémon battle, and these grunts had no problems hurting people as well as pokémon if the event at Pokkén Tower was any indication. This battle was going to get ugly fast if they weren’t careful.<br><br>At 2019-06-04 16:49:52, Thunder Splash (uid: 62086) rolls: 1d6a1 Result: 2 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=136980)<br>
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