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Post by White Prince Of Wonderland on Jan 21, 2022 23:32:18 GMT -7
Leader BlueBlue returned his final and beloved Pidgeot. That Pokemon had been through quite a bit with him, so it was frustrating to see him go down. All of his Pokemon going down. There was a clear look of frustration on his face as he made his way across his newly terraformed gym. That he didn't exactly seem to care about. The audience that had managed to form through out the battle was cheering and was very hype for the tough battle they had witnessed, despite it having gone by quicker than usual as well as Blue's loss. The smaller front row however, was filled with young beautiful woman in cheerleader outfits who were booing Kira for daring defeat the wonderful and hunky Blue Oak. Once he made it to Kira, he ran his fingers through his hair and held his hand out to stop the heckling from the cheer leaders before speaking, who did listen and cease the booing, but the crowd cheered on. "You have a lot of big strong Pokemon, for such a small and young girl." He complimented with his smug grin, which might not have actually sounded like a compliment. "You taught and battle with them very well, I have to commend you for that." he added, which this time actually sounded like a compliment. But, He began raising an eyebrow at the redhead. "With out that Mega stone you would have gone down. You need to put more effort into training before taking on the Elite Four. I would know." He told her, eyeing her over with his smug expression, just knowing he would have stomped her without it, at least in his mind. That being said he walked over to her and held out her reward. "But until then..." He began once more. "You are now the proud owner of the Earth Badge. The 8th badge of the Kanto Region. Enjoy it. They're cheering for you." He offered her, nodding his head to the crowd. Letting a moment of clarity shine through. Clarity that this wasn't entirely about him. This was her moment, and she had won. She had defeated the Kanto Region league, and she should get to soak it in.Kira has received:+197 Exp Split evenly amongst Charizard, Salamance, Dragonite, Echo, and Turtonator Earth Badge TM 110 Earthquake
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Post by gravity_resistant on Apr 5, 2022 12:24:56 GMT -7
- Kira Anne Williams - ♪ I'm gonna show you what little girls are made of, gunpowder and - gunpowder and lead! ♪It had been a long and difficult road for Kira, but at long last she stood victorious over Blue and had earned her eighth Gym Badge for the Kanto Region. He had been a tough Opponent, no question, but she'd worked so long and hard with her team to get them ready for the challenge he posed. Now, if she so wanted, she could move on to the Elite Four. The only question was, is that what she wanted?
She wasn't sure. She trusted that with the proper preparation, her team could overcome any obstacle. But these big, huge, end-game battles took a lot out of both her and her team. She met up with Blue after the dust had settled, and he had some interesting words for her. She couldn't tell if he was trying to be smug and insult her, or actually compliment them on their victory.
One thing he said stood out, however. "Hey, Mega Stones are legal! Even if I didn't use one, I still had a whole 'nother Pokemon." She could have brought out Flygon to prove her point, but she decided he was probably intentionally trying to get a rise out of her. But he said something else that gave her pause. He told her that the crowd was cheering her on. As she looked around at them, she realized it was true. The crowd, which she'd tried so hard to ignore throughout the entire battle, were still cheering for her.
It almost overwhelmed her with emotion, but she got a grip and smiled back at Blue. "Thank you. It was a great battle." Could she possibly ignore all those fans, disappoint them by NOT taking advantage of her situation and going on to challenge the Elite Four? It looked like her decision was made for her without warning. She would have to go on, but first... -Backpack-
Items: Pokeball, Love Ball (3), Potion, Heart Scale (4), Sweet Bouquet, Blue Flute, Lucky Egg , Questionable Drink, Big Mushroom (6), Alluring Candle, Max Revive (10), Super Potion (2), Full Restore (4), Specific Lure (7/9), Sweet Bouquet, Lucy Egg (2), Transfer Paper, Shiny Spray (2), Luxury Ball (4), Moon Ball, Sacred Ash, Supernatural Orb, Revive (3),
Evolution Items: Moon Stone, Water Stone, Leaf Stone,
Hold Items: Soothe Bell, Rock Incense, Mystic Water, Power Herb (2), Focus Sash, Safety Goggles, Wide Lens, Toxic Orb, Aerodactylite, Ground Plate, Rock Plate, Ghost Plate, Lucky Egg (3), Scope Lens, Shadow Tag, Dragon Fang, Electrium Z, Rayquazalite, Quick Claw, Lucky Leaf, Waterium Z,
Key Items: Pokedex, Old Rod, Mermaid Badge. Bicycle, Bus Pass,
Berry Pouch: Wacan Berry (2), Apricot (2), Qualot Berry (2), Oran Berry (2), Sitrus Berry (2),
TM Case: TM02 Dragon Claw, TM14 Blizzard, TM15 Hyper Beam, TM25 Thunder, TM30 Shadow Ball, TM36 Sludge Bomb, TM57 Charge Beam, TM97 Dark Pulse, TM53 Energy Ball, TM06 Toxic, HM Fly, TM19 Roost, TM76 Struggle Bug, TM45 Attract, TM30 Shadow Ball, TM31 Brick Break, TM91 Flash Cannon, TM37 Sandstorm, TM08 Bulk Up, TM72 volt Switch, TM69 Rock Polish, TM86 Grass Knot, TM47 Low Sweep, TM20 Safeguard, TM54 False Swipe, TM89 U-Turn, TM07 Pin Missile, TM39 Rock Tomb, TM31 Brick Break, TM86 Grass Knot, TM184 Scald, HM Waterfall, TM24 Thunderbolt, TM125 Psyshock, TM115 Fire Blast, TM110 Earthquake,
-Wild Count- 164/? -NPC Count- 212/25
-Max Revive- 14/50
Out of Pokeball:
Wearing: Default.
Charizard (Charizardite Y) Lv - 88 Hp - 820/820 Exp - 22/50 Gender - Female Ability - Drought Fly - 90, 2-turn Solar Beam - 120, 2-turn Fire Blast - 100, 3/10 Burn Ancient Power - 50, 3/10 Raise all 1
Dragonite (Zoom Lens) Lv - 71 Hp - ?/? Exp - 33/50 Gender - Female Ability - Shed Skin Fire Blast - 100, 3/10 Burn Hurricane - 100, 3/10 Confusion Blizzard - 100, 3/10 Freeze Thunder - 100, 3/10 Paralyze
Flygon (Amulet of Tutela) Lv - 70 Hp - 580/580 Exp - 39/50 Gender - Female Ability - Levitate Earthquake - 100 Rock Slide - 70, 4/10 Flinch Dragon Rush - 100, 4/10 Flinch Blue Flare - 130, 5/10 Burn Echo (Grace Flute) Lv - 70 Hp - ?/? Exp - 14/31 Gender - Female Ability - Refrigerate Focus Blast - 100, Lowers Sp. Def 1 Psychic - 100, Lowers Sp. Def 1 Hyper Beam - 150, Must recharge Hurricane - 100, 3/10 Confusion
Salamence (Quck Claw) Lv - 66 Hp - 540/540 Exp - 24/50 Gender - Male Ability - Sheer Force Draco Meteor - 130, Lowers Sp. Atk. 2 Hurricane - 100, 3/10 Confuse Fire Blast - 100, 3/10 Burn Hydro Pump - 100
Turtonator ♥ Lvl - 81 Hp - 730/730 Exp - 46/46 Gender - Male Ability - Shell Armor Earthquake - 100 Stone Edge - 100, 1/10 double damage Focus Blast - 100, lowers Sp.Def 1 Shell Trap - 120, detonates when attacked - Out of Party -
Lucy Lucarionite Lv - 37 Hp - 280/280 Exp - 25/41 Gender - Female Ability - Adaptability Earthquake - 100 Force Palm - 50, 1/4 Paralyze Counter - When hit by Physical Attack, strikes back with 2x power Aura Sphere - 80, never misses
Deimos
(Sturdy Shroud) Lvl - 58 Hp - 460/460 Exp - 10/29 Gender - Male Ability - Cursed Body Dark Pulse - 80, 3/10 Flinch Curse - Ghosts lose half max hp, Target loses 1/4 hp/turn Shadow Ball - 80, Lowers Sp.Def 1 Blessed Lunatone Lvl - 10 Hp - 70/70 Exp - 1/15 Gender - Female Ability - Levitate Hypnosis - Moonblast - Rock Throw - Confusion -
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 5, 2023 23:53:26 GMT -7
Finch and his nervous Charmander made it to Viridian City in decent time after all; it was still afternoon, not yet evening, and there were clear signs marking their way. Finch had also grown up here, so he easily knew the way to go and was able to take them quickly to Route 22. He knew there was a decent variety of interesting Pokemon around there, since he used to go there with his friends as a child, and figured it was a good way to find a wild Pokemon he could catch to evolve for his first task as an official Researcher. "Could you be a dear and go look in the grass, Radiance?" The Charmander was still quite timid, flinching at any loud sounds, that Finch hoped a battle or two might toughen her up. She hesitated, then stepped into the grass, sniffing the air, entire body taut and ready to flee. A Weedle popped up out of the grass to see what all the fuss was about. Perfect! Something simple and easy to deal with, and if Radiance got hurt or Poisoned, the Pokemon Center wasn't far at all. "Alright, you wanna give it a shot?" Radiance looked at Finch with big eyes, then, finally nodded and turned back to her first opponent. Wild Weedle Level 4 Appeared! Radiance used Scratch! Weedle was defeated!
Radiance gained 3 exp!{Post Info} 1/5 Wild Pokemon 6/25 NPC 6/10 Luxury Ball 1/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 5 HP 40/40 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 9/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 6, 2023 0:00:05 GMT -7
Finch couldn't help but leap into the air and pump his fist in victory as Radiance quickly defeated the wild Weedle, sending it running back home through the thick grass. The movement made Radiance flinch, but she couldn't help but grin alongside Finch too. She had won her first battle! "You did it!! Great job!" Finch cheered for the golden lizard. She called out in joy, waving her fiery tail in an almost wagging motion. "See? This isn't so bad, is it?" Radiance's eyes shone bright as she looked at her trainer in awe. It seemed she would at least listen after all, even if she was a bit timid. Finch would have to remember to be gentle with her, though, naturally. "See if you can find another one!" Though she seemed pumped up and ready to fight more, Radiance indicated that she didn't see or smell anything else with a shrugging motion. {Post Info} 2/5 Wild Pokemon 7/25 NPC 7/10 Luxury Ball 2/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 5 HP 40/40 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 10/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 6, 2023 0:09:59 GMT -7
Finch figured that with that first ever battle, Radiance had earned herself a treat anyway, so he led the way back into town and to a little store he knew about, around the corner from the Pokemon Center. As the bell above the door rang their arrival and the pair stepped inside, the smell of fresh cookies and bread wafted out into the air. "Hey, Palma, what's new?" Finch casually leaned on the countertop, clearly familiar with the shop and the portly woman behind the counter. She bouncily turned to greet the familiar voice. "Oh, Finch! You got yourself a lil tag-along there?" She stood on her tip-toes and craned her head over the counter to look at the nervous Charmander, who was holding her tail again, but not quite hiding behind it like earlier. Progress! "Yeah, you know, needed a change of pace, picked up a little researcher job. This one's Radiance, she's a little shy." Finch flashed a grin at Palma, then took a quick look inside the counter case he was leaning on. "Radiance, say hi to Palma?" The golden Pokemon raised a hand for a nervous, tiny wave, but also saw inside the case and saw all of the delicious confections inside, seemingly wondering what all of them were. "You want any samples, lil one?" Palma wiped her floury hands on her apron, leaving white prints on the brown fabric, and opened up the case, leaning down to peer at the Charmander through the glass. "She's gorgeous, no wonder y'named her Radiance!" "Ah, you know, only the best for me~" As Finch responded, Radiance carefully approached the glass herself, eyes wide, almost forgetting her nervous behavior as she got a good look at everything. There were cookies, croissants, bagels, cupcakes iced to match different styled Poke Balls, all kinds of brownies, chocolate dipped Berries of all shapes and sizes, so much that Radiance didn't even know what most of the things were. Finally, a particular item caught her eye, and she pointed at it with her chunky little fingers. {Post Info} 3/5 Wild Pokemon 8/25 NPC 7/10 Luxury Ball 3/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 5 HP 40/40 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 11/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 6, 2023 0:19:14 GMT -7
The chosen item was swiftly wrapped up and boxed, and Palma handed it over to Finch to give to his Pokemon. "Free of charge, I gotchu. Consider it a congratulations!" "Aw, Palma, that's sweet~" Finch wouldn't turn down a gift, not like that. He chose and paid for a chocolate croissant for himself, then headed out, Radiance in tow, giving a brief farewell to Palma as he went. He kept hold of the treats until they got to a tiny park, barely just a pond and a bench with a street lamp for night-time illumination, that was abandoned at the moment. He sat down, patting the bench next to him for Radiance, who struggled to clamber up for a moment before Finch scooped her up. Radiance's tiny body tensed up, but Finch didn't hurt her, just plonked her on the bench to sit for a nice treat break. He unwrapped his own croissant, setting it on a napkin on his thigh, then opened up the box and retrieved Radiance's treat for her: It was a cupcake made to look like a Charizard, with tiny dyed white chocolate wings, horns, and fangs. It was a normal Charizard color, bright flaming orange with blue-green in the wings. Radiance admired the treat, then ate it in about two bites. {Post Info} 4/5 Wild Pokemon 8/25 NPC 9/10 Luxury Ball 4/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 5 HP 40/40 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 12/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 6, 2023 14:54:14 GMT -7
Raring to get back to it, Finch hopped up from the bench, ready to sprint off back to Route 22 before he thought to turn around and help Radiance down too. The Charmander wiped a bit of frosting off of her mouth, licking it from her claws and looking quite satisfied. "Let's head back to see what we can see, eh Radiance?" She agreed with a growly cry as they set off again. Back at the route, Radiance had barely stepped into the tall grass when a purple rat leapt out to fight. A wild Rattata! That shouldn't be too hard to defeat either, Finch thought with a smile. Wild Rattata level 6 appeared! Wild Rattata used Tackle! Radiance was defeated!{Post Info} 0/5 Wild Pokemon 9/25 NPC 10/10 Luxury Ball 1/40 Wise Glasses 6/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 5 HP 0/40 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 13/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 6, 2023 15:01:17 GMT -7
Radiance's eyes fluttered open to bright florescent ceiling lights and a very upset trainer staring down at her. She wasn't sure what happened; she remembered eating a cupcake, then going into the grass, then.. Oh, she'd been beat up by a wild Pokemon, right. No wonder Finch looked so upset. She reached her claws out toward him, smiling, and tears sprung to the boy's eyes. "I'm so glad you're okay!! I pushed you too hard, didn't I? I'm so sorry!" Finch radiated guilt, but Radiance shook her head as she came to even more. She felt fine, just a bit groggy. "It's okay, we can just rest for the rest of today. Maybe tomorrow too, if you need!" Once the Nurse cleared Radiance to leave, a few minutes later, Finch carried her out, cradling her in his arms like a baby. They decided to visit Finch's home to rest for the night. {Post Info} 1/5 Wild Pokemon 10/25 NPC 2/40 Wise Glasses 7/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 5 HP 0/40 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 14/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 6, 2023 15:33:12 GMT -7
The second Finch stepped into his apartment, unit 206, a black and white blur leapt up to stand on his head, ears pinned back with annoyance at the lizard in his arms. He was supposed to be the baby, who on earth was this? Finch laughed, reaching up with one hand, keeping the other curled under Radiance, to scratch the cat on top of the head, but he ducked beneath the touch and settled in instead. Still annoyed, of course, but kneading at Finch's scalp gently, indicating that he still loved his owner. "Alright, alright, geeze, Jiji, I'm sorry I left you alone today!" Jiji, the Purrloin gave a snort and hopped to the nearest surface then to the floor. Finch placed his bag on the down, leaning it against the wall near the front door, then used his free hand to pull his shoes off to leave them there too.
"You can come along tomorrow and moving forward, alright Jiji? I wasn't gonna just abandon you here, you know." The Purrloin stretched, ignoring Finch, and decided to groom his paws and face instead. "Ah, I guess that's fair." Finally ready to chill, Finch placed Radiance down on her own two feet on the hardwood floor. "Radiance, this little snoot is Jiji. Jiji, my new Charmander, Radiance." Jiji opened one eye to take a quick cursory look at Radiance, then closed it again to wipe his paw across his face. He wasn't the most pleased, but since Radiance wasn't another cat, Jiji wouldn't make a huge fuss about it. Not unless he felt like he was being replaced. Radiance grew to level 6! Jiji joined the party!
{Post Info}2/5 Wild Pokemon 11/25 NPC 3/40 Wise Glasses 8/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 6 HP 40/40 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 1/16
Jiji Purrloin M Level 5 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 1/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 6, 2023 15:41:05 GMT -7
The following morning, Finch awoke to see that his Pokemon were already friends. Jiji's standoffish nature must have kept Radiance from being too scared of him, and Radiance's warm tail flame must have gotten Jiji to prefer laying close to ignoring her and sleeping alone, and the pair were curled together at the foot of Finch's bed.
Of course, morning was a relative term, since it was very nearly noon when Finch woke up, but we can't all be morning people. After a quick peanut butter on bagels breakfast for Finch and Radiance and a can of sardines in oil for Jiji, an apology treat from Finch, the three of them set off. Jiji was content to be in his ball, a Luxury Ball, and Radiance got to walk with Finch as they set off. With a bit of thought, Finch figured it might be best to take Radiance back down toward Pallet Town and the weaker wild Pokemon around there, at least until she was more used to battling.
{Post Info} 3/5 Wild Pokemon 12/25 NPC 4/40 Wise Glasses 9/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 6 HP 40/40 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 2/16
Jiji Purrloin M Level 5 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 2/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 6, 2023 18:44:32 GMT -7
Finch and Radiance made their way through the streets of Viridian back toward Route 1. Finch, as friendly and well-liked as he was, had to pause to greet a person or two, but as he didn't like to linger while he was on some kind of mission, he quickly kept things moving along. Everyone admired Radiance as they passed, though she was still absolutely keeping her distance from everyone she did appreciate the attention a bit more now. Finch's confidence was clearly already starting to rub off on her.
As they approached the edge of town overlooking Route 1, Finch stopped and turned to crouch down in front of Radiance. "Hey, listen: If you want to bail out on a fight, or something looks too strong for you, or if anything makes you uncomfortable at all, please feel free to let me know, alright Radiance?" The Charmander had reached out for her tail when Finch turned about and crouched, but it was more habit than being scared of him at this point.
She listened intently, then nodded her assent. Finch grinned and reached out a flat palm, which Radiance placed her own clawed hand into, and they shook on it. Finally, they stepped together back to Route 1.
{Post Info}4/5 Wild Pokemon 13/25 NPC 5/40 Wise Glasses 10/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 6 HP 40/40 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 3/16
Jiji Purrloin M Level 5 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 3/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 6, 2023 19:32:06 GMT -7
There was a small group of people outside of Palma's when she approached, Finch right behind her and Radiance moving double time to keep up. They parted to let her in, all making relieved faces and laughing and smiling at the three of them, but none of them followed the trio inside. "These customers've been so patient, I offered 'em all a discount on account of not having much in stock and almost all of 'em said they'd gladly still pay full price, so I thought it wasn't fair to not get fresh stuff going. Here, you both should put these on." Palma snagged two more aprons from the hooks just behind the counter on the wall, one about half the size of hers for Finch and the smallest one she had for Radiance. The thing dragged on the floor, since Radiance was so small, but it looked so cute that Palma had to stop and just smile at the Pokemon for a moment. "Ah, anyway! Here, the oven's back here in the kitchen." The oven was an old-fashioned brick style, with an open area on the bottom that Palma was currently stacking full of firewood, and up top at arm level was where you'd open it to put a tray inside. Finch had taken a look at the newer metal oven up front as they'd passed. "Palma, why don't you just keep your own Fire Pokemon around and use this oven all the time? It probably gives the goods even more flavor." Palma laughed, throwing up her arms. "Well, I'm not much for trainin' Pokemon, first off, but second off, you gotta get 'em REAL well-trained to keep up on an old oven like this. If the heat's too uneven, the goods'll burn or still be raw in the middle. No pressure though, Radiance, I'm sure you'll do fine, anything's fine for today!!" Finch was satisfied with that explanation, but looked a bit like he might be hatching a plot. Lucky for him, Palma was too busy to look up and see that, so it remained secret. Radiance definitely looked a bit more nervous now, but as Palma finished stacking the wood and stepped back, she approached the oven, taking a deep breath to start up her flame breath. {Post Info}3/5 Wild Pokemon 17/25 NPC 9/40 Wise Glasses 1/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 6 HP 40/40 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 12/16
Jiji Purrloin M Level 5 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 7/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 7, 2023 9:39:11 GMT -7
Radiance managed to keep the flames beneath the stove steady for a good few hours as Palma formed doughs into twists, knots, croissants folded over and over, whipped up several batches of cupcakes, regular cakes, marshmallows, all manner of treats, and all but a few made their way into the hot oven one by one. Finch helped prep and decorate; Palma had thought that he'd only be really good for putting filling inside of things that needed stuffed with chocolate or custard or cream, but it turned out that he had a steady enough hand and good enough eye to help decorate cakes as well. Soon enough, all three, both people and the golden Charmander, were all sweating and pleased with their work, and Palma helped Radiance snuff out the last of the oven's flames.
Stepping out into the display and sale area, Radiance and Finch were pleased to see all their hard work on display in the case. It wasn't as perfect looking as yesterday, when Palma had been able to get up early and get everything prepped and decorated and all in advance, but it was quite close despite the changes in timing and staff.
"I'm honestly amazed you do all this by yourself normally, Palma~" Finch was astounded, and he looked at Palma with a sidelong glance as he reached into the case to grab himself a chocolate croissant and started up the coffee machine. He, even drenched in sweat as he was, still looked immaculate and beautiful. Palma looked tired, but she glowed with accomplishment. Radiance looked the best of all, near sparkling with happiness at a job well-done and all the praise she'd received as she kept that oven burning nice and hot. She even let Palma pat her on the head as she gave her a snack and some water.
{Post Info}4/5 Wild Pokemon 18/25 NPC 10/40 Wise Glasses 2/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 6 HP 40/40 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 13/16
Jiji Purrloin M Level 5 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 8/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 7, 2023 9:49:15 GMT -7
Once the trio had calmed down just a bit more, Palma went to the door and flipped the sign back to Open, quickly retreating back to the back of the counter again as the now much bigger flood of people started to come inside the shop. It filled up with a decently sized crowd, forcing a few people to wait outside for more space as Palma and Finch dodged each other and moved between the case, the register, and the back counter for bagging and packing. As people got their things and filed out the door, more people came in to replace them, in a seemingly endless cascade of bakery customers. Finally, nearly an hour and a half later, the final customer from the flood made their way out the door, the ringing of the bell clearly audible over the quiet bakery. A good amount of things from the case were gone, including most of what had been still available from the previous day and a huge chunk of what had been made just a while before. Radiance had been helping too, getting things from the lowest part of the case, being admired by the customers that spotted her short form through the glass, making sure both Palma and Finch got enough to drink by tugging on their aprons when she thought they looked thirsty. She didn't look quite as tired as the people did, but she looked quite pleased with their work. "Alright, thanks, you two! I really, really appreciate it, I couldn't have done this today without you!" Palma was glowing with pride, and Finch grinned his normal cat-like grin, smug and 'well, of course I did well' written all over it.
"No problem, miss Palma~ Honestly, it was a nice change of pace, wasn't it, Radiance?" Radiance didn't really know what that meant, but she trusted Finch now quite well, and gave a happy, "Char!" With an envelope of payment in cash in pocket, Finch and Radiance made their farewells, Finch deciding for them that they would head back to his home for a quick nap before continuing their day. Radiance gained 8 exp! Radiance grew to level 7! Gained 1 Fresh Water!
{Post Info}5/5 Wild Pokemon 19/25 NPC 11/40 Wise Glasses 3/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 7 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 6/17
Jiji Purrloin M Level 5 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 9/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞ Fresh Water x 1
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 7, 2023 10:00:38 GMT -7
It was very nearly evening by the time Finch rolled back out of bed, ready to get back to it. Radiance had rested, but hadn't really felt like she needed a nap, and now was also quite ready to go back out to battle. As they started back toward Route 1 again, Radiance tugged on the back of Finch's shoe, causing him to stop short. "What's up, girl?" he asked, turning to look at her. The Charmander said, "Char char!" and pointed in the direction of Route 22, lashing her tail. "...Oh, did you wanna go there again instead? You sure?" Radiance nodded, looking fiercer than she ever had. Finch laughed. "Alright, let's go there then, if you're so sure!" They didn't have to wait long; soon enough, a wild Rattata popped up out of the grass with a screech. Wild Rattata level 4 appeared! Radiance used Dragon Tail! Wild Rattata was defeated!
Radiance gained 3 exp!{Post Info}1/5 Wild Pokemon 20/25 NPC 12/40 Wise Glasses 4/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 7 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 10/17
Jiji Purrloin M Level 5 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 10/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 9, 2023 12:42:05 GMT -7
The days continued like this, with Radiance and Finch heading out together to train and bond, until finally Finch remembered that he was supposed to be doing a job. It didn't help that his wallet was running a bit low, but that was definitely a good reminder. It hadn't quite been a week since he'd picked up Radiance and headed out, but he figured he should actually, you know, do the job he'd said he would at some point. Taking a quick look in his Pokedex, he found that Caterpie would likely be one of the easiest things to catch and evolve for his first assistant task, and so he was determined that catching a Caterpie would be the next step.
He explained all this to Radiance, who tilted her head in mild confusion, but agreed to help nonetheless, of course. They headed back out to the grass on Route 22; so far they'd only seen the little green worm a few times in their training, but hopefully they'd get lucky today! {Post Info} 2/5 Wild Pokemon 21/25 NPC 13/40 Wise Glasses 5/3 Travel Radiance Charmander F Level 7 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 11/17 Jiji Purrloin M Level 5 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 11/15 Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 9, 2023 13:32:12 GMT -7
Finch spotted a few wild Pokemon, but none of them were interested in a battle with Radiance and none of them were the little green caterpillar that was the goal, and so the search continued. Radiance was having a great time running through the grass and scattering Pidgey and Weedle that she found, flushing them out and in all different directions, and Finch was quite content to watch her having fun as he jogged along behind. He thought he spotted a gold Pidgey at one point, but when he looked again it was gone, so who knows? Just a trick of the light, probably, in the golden setting sun. Radiance just kept on running about, flushing wild Pokemon from the grass. {Post Info} 3/5 Wild Pokemon 22/25 NPC 14/40 Wise Glasses 6/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 7 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 12/17
Jiji Purrloin M Level 5 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 12/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 9, 2023 13:35:12 GMT -7
It had been at least an hour with zero sightings of wild Caterpie on Route 22, making Finch double check that they were supposed to be common here in his Pokedex. Yeah, it was just bad luck, he supposed. "Let's try on Route 2 instead, Radiance.. I don't know if there's any Caterpie out over here today." The pair made their way up through the east side of Viridian City without incident, Finch waving hellos at a passer-by once without slowing to chat, and they headed up to Route 2. {Post Info} 4/5 Wild Pokemon 23/25 NPC 15/40 Wise Glasses 7/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 7 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 13/17
Jiji Purrloin M Level 5 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 13/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 9, 2023 13:42:05 GMT -7
Entering Route 2, Finch and Radiance spotted a couple of Nidoran fleeing, but no Caterpie right away. A Pidgey pecked at the ground closer to the Pewter City side, but the grass was between them and it, so they left it to its daily meal and began wandering the tall grass here. An angry Rattata came out of the grass, chattering at Radiance, but saw her resolve to win and fled without even trying to fight. Finch looked at his Pokedex again, wondering if maybe the wild Pokemon here were too weak now for Radiance and were hiding away from her because of it? He wasn't sure how that worked out, but the Rattata was the only one that had seemed raring to battle before fleeing. "Radiance, honey, would you like to rest a bit? I can bring out Jiji instead and see how he fares?" The Charmander looked a little disappointed, but she nodded and went back to her ball, replaced by Jiji the little black and white Purrloin. He miaowed at Finch, who directed him to go ahead and see if he could flush out a Caterpie to fight. {Post Info} 5/5 Wild Pokemon 24/25 NPC 16/40 Wise Glasses 8/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 7 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 14/17
Jiji Purrloin M Level 5 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 14/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 9, 2023 13:51:57 GMT -7
Instead of a Caterpie, a Weedle was what wanted to battle next, bristling up the tiny hairs on its body and giving the fiercest cry that a Weedle possibly could give, Finch thought. He supposed that a Weedle would evolve just as quickly as a Caterpie, even if it really wasn't his favorite final evolution of the two.. Fine, he would just catch this Weedle for the task after all. It wasn't as though he had to keep it forever anyway, right? Once it was evolved for his assistant task, he could simply free it into the wild again if it didn't vibe with him. He shrugged and sent Jiji to give it a bit of a knocking about, then tossed a Poke Ball to see if he couldn't snag it. Wild Weedle lv 4 appeared! Poke Ball was thrown! Wild Weedle was captured! Weedle joined the team!
Jiji grew to level 6! (post exp, not battle){Post Info} 1/5 Wild Pokemon 25/25 NPC 17/40 Wise Glasses 9/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 7 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 15/17
Jiji Purrloin M Level 6 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 1/16
Weedle M Level 4 HP 30/30 Run Away Poison Sting | String Shot Exp: 1/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 9, 2023 14:00:34 GMT -7
Once the ball stopped wiggling and gave the 'captured' sound, Finch picked it up and tossed it, releasing his brand new Weedle. "Hi, little man, welcome to the team." He already found himself softening, liking the Weedle just for being his first wild capture. Weird how that came about, when he had been so determined to grab a Caterpie. It seemed fate had other ideas after all, and Finch couldn't control everything all the time. He shrugged off the thoughts. "I've named my other Pokemon, so you get the same treatment. You kind of look like one of those donuts.. what are they called?" Finch thought for a moment, then snapped his fingers as the thought hit him. "Oh right, mochi donuts! You.. don't really look like a Mochi though. How about... Fritter?" Fritter trilled his little worm sounds, looking pleased with his name. "Alright, Fritter it is." {Post Info}2/5 Wild Pokemon 26/25 NPC 18/40 Wise Glasses 10/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 7 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail Exp: 16/17
Jiji Purrloin M Level 6 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 2/16
Weedle M Level 4 HP 30/30 Run Away Poison Sting | String Shot Exp: 2/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 9, 2023 14:13:01 GMT -7
A young trainer that must have been watching suddenly ran up to Finch. He didn't recognize the kid, but then, as friendly as he was, Finch didn't necessarily know everyone in town. "Hey lady! I saw you catch that Weedle, you wanna battle?" The kid had a slightly nasally voice, didn't seem much older than maybe 16-17 years old. Finch stepped back a little; he'd never battled another trainer, just wild Pokemon so far. "Hm.. That depends. Are you sure I'm a lady~?" His voice had a teasing lilt, but the kid flushed anyway. "Gh..! Sorry, I didn't realize. D'you wanna battle still though?" In response, Finch nodded and sent Fritter in to battle. Trainer appeared! Trainer sent out Pikachu level 5! Weedle returned! Finch sent out Jiji! Jiji used Fake Out! Pikachu was defeated! Jiji gained 3 exp! Weedle gained 3 exp! Radiance grew to level 8! Radiance learned Smokescreen!{Post Info}3/5 Wild Pokemon 2/25 NPC 19/40 Wise Glasses 11/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 8 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail | Smokescreen Exp: 1/18
Jiji Purrloin M Level 6 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 6/16
Weedle M Level 4 HP 30/30 Run Away Poison Sting | String Shot Exp: 6/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 9, 2023 14:17:38 GMT -7
The trainer's Pikachu fell quickly, and Jiji looked quite smug about it. Finch returned Jiji to his ball, reaching out a hand to shake it with the trainer. The trainer smiled, shaking Finch's hand. "Wow, you're pretty strong, mister! See you later!" The kid was gone, presumably heading to the Pokemon Center to revive his downed Pokemon. Finch smiled, shaking his head at the retreating trainer, wondering if that was how other people saw him too; popping up and disappearing so suddenly it was almost as though he hadn't been there at all... He sighed, still smiling, and turned back to Weedle. He didn't look any stronger, but you never could really tell with Pokemon. "What say we try to find some other wild Pokemon to fight, huh, Fritter?" Since he'd taken no damage, but landed no blows, Fritter still looked fresh and ready to go. {Post Info}4/5 Wild Pokemon 3/25 NPC 20/40 Wise Glasses 12/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 8 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail | Smokescreen Exp: 2/18
Jiji Purrloin M Level 6 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 7/16
Weedle M Level 4 HP 30/30 Run Away Poison Sting | String Shot Exp: 7/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 9, 2023 14:24:20 GMT -7
Not long after the trainer was gone and nearly forgotten, another wild Pokemon appeared, wanting to throw down with Fritter. A blue Nidoran came out of a burrow with her whiskers twitching irately, showing her teeth and making angry sounds as she approached the Weedle. Finch made a quick judgement call; this wild Pokemon, just like the kid's Pikachu, looked a bit too strong to be beat by his little bug, so he let Fritter lead before swapping him out of the fight. He figured that same trick with the move Fake Out might work here, too, if he was lucky. Wild Nidoran F level 5 appeared! Weedle was returned! Jiji was sent out! Nidoran used Poison Sting! Jiji was Poisoned! Jiji used Fake Out! Nidoran was defeated!
Fritter gained 3 exp! Jiji gained 3 exp!{Post Info}0/5 Wild Pokemon 4/25 NPC 21/40 Wise Glasses 13/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 8 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail | Smokescreen Exp: 3/18
Jiji Purrloin M Level 6 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 11/16
Weedle M Level 4 HP 30/30 Run Away Poison Sting | String Shot Exp: 11/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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Post by ninestarryskies on Feb 9, 2023 15:59:48 GMT -7
Jiji and Fritter were both looking tired, and the evening was beginning to turn to night, so Finch decided it was time to call it a day. He returned all of his Pokemon, checked his bag to make sure all his things were present, and headed on home. The following afternoon, just after awakening, Finch decided to give miss Palma a call and see if she needed help again. He'd admit he'd had a lot of fun making pastries and helping to decorate cakes, and he figured he and Radiance could help out again for a bit of extra side money too. Palma agreed after a short conversation on the phone, and Finch got ready and cleaned up to head over to the bakery. Radiance got a quick sponge bath, too, as did Jiji and Fritter, but only Radiance stayed outside of her ball for the trip to the bakery around the corner from the Viridian City Gym building. The pair entered, giving Palma a smile and a wave as they entered the counter area, Finch grabbing both of their aprons for them. Once they were ready, Palma helped Finch get started on some doughs in the back room while Radiance began dragging wood over to the oven and began stacking it inside. Once, the pile nearly toppled, but Palma helped her to see how to balance it so that didn't happen, and they all got going on their baking and such. Poke Job Tier 1, Restaurant (Fire/Electric) Palma's Bakery, Post 1{Post Info}1/5 Wild Pokemon 5/25 NPC 22/40 Wise Glasses 14/3 Travel
Radiance Charmander F Level 8 HP 50/50 Blaze Scratch | Growl Dragon Tail | Smokescreen Exp: 4/18
Jiji Purrloin M Level 6 HP 40/40 Limber Scratch | Growl Sand Attack | Fake Out Exp: 12/16
Weedle M Level 4 HP 30/30 Run Away Poison Sting | String Shot Exp: 12/15
Items: Poke Ball x ∞ Luxury Ball x1 Potion x ∞
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