Pokemon Tabletop Adventures: Team Rocket, v 0.1 - Page 2

Arcran · 04-20-2012, 08:19 AM

"Oh no, I said like it, not the same. Mine's much cooler," Taylor says in regard to the bird.

Then the new guy walks up. At first her and Taylor take one look at him, and keep walking. When he starts to follow Taylor turns and looks him dead in the eye. "Seriously, we don't have time for you. Go away-," she says, only to be interrupted by Jessica.

"No, it's OK Taylor. He can hang with us," the other says, looking at him with newfound interest.

Artemis
Through telepathy you see the sudden change in Jessica's attitude to the trainer. She had been about to shoot him down even harder than Taylor did, but then decided he might be worth a shot. Strange.

IrnBruAddict · 04-20-2012, 08:44 AM

Romeo scans the Rufflet and Espeon with his pokedex, then takes Jessica by the arm and starts following her.

'I see you're Gym Trainers, that must be nice. I'm more of a breeder myself. Me and Elly even went to Unova where we found this.' He opens his briefcase and takes out the still un-opened Team Rocket letter and an egg. He looks at the letter again and shrugs before stuffing it in his pocket. Then he holds out the egg in front of them dramatically. 'A genuine Dragon egg. Dragons respond only to those of pure hearts, and so it was only natural I found this one. Pretty heroic, huh? Have you ever seen a real dragon pokemon? They are the rarest type, and I plan on stopping them from becoming extinct with the help of this little one.'

Romeo was beaming like a kid with the best toy at show and tell, he loved showing off. Especially to pretty girls.

Esprit15 · 04-20-2012, 09:02 AM

Artemis ***** her head. Why the change of heart? I was ready to watch a good rejection. Would have brought popcorn and everything. Maybe he's an Influential. Then again he doesn't seem to have the intelligence to be one. Too suave, not controlling enough.

"Gym Trainers? And here I thought I was the only one of us to have gone to a trainer's school." At the word 'us' she stutters a bit, stopping herself from using the term Psychic I front of the boy. Not that he'd remember likely, but the less he knew the longer she could keep any sort of advantage. Could still probably deck the guy as well. Looks like he already had been on the losing end of a fight or two.

MesiDoomstalker · 04-20-2012, 09:35 AM

Well adding an electric type to my repetoire would be beneficial, it would be rude to force you to go there. Shall we flip a coin? Ethan pulls out his datapad and places it on the table next to Ollie. A few taps on the screen and a virtual coin appears, a Magikarp on one side, a Gyarados on the other. Would you like to do the honors? Magikarp is tails. Just tap the screen.

Eshkigal · 04-20-2012, 09:53 AM

Gerald taps the screen.
(1d2)[2]1 heads, 2 tails.
"Tails, Fighting Gym to see which route has the most of their favored type, then Route 8 for a bit sound good? Sparky could probably help you with power issues a bit. Also, there's the Power Plant past the Rock Tunnel, so that's something."

MesiDoomstalker · 04-20-2012, 09:58 AM

Well we don't have time to go through Rock tunnel so to the fighting gym it is. Ethan scoops up Ollie and his datapad and starts to leave and then realizes Gerald still had food coming. But first, breakfast. he says with a half sincere smile.

Eshkigal · 04-20-2012, 10:00 AM

"S-sorry. Figured may as well while there's time. Didn't expect to find someone to talk to. Tell you what, if there's something you want, I'll cover it."
He rubs the back of his head awkwardly.
"And true. But spend an hour on each route of interest, and maybe something'll pop up relevant to both of us."

IrnBruAddict · 04-20-2012, 10:22 AM

Romeo continues on, not noticing Artemis reffering to 'us' or whatever.

'I also had an Emolga egg while I was there. Unfortunately, on the boat back over here I was mugged. Some strange girl, called Lotta Ocean, wore a trouser suit with short red hair. I was escorting her about the boat when suddenly she smacked me on the back of the head. Stole that poor egg. Luckily she never noticed this one. And also lucky for me that I was a strong enough person to survive. Yes, I do live a dangerous life, but what's life without some excitement?' He throws his head back and laughs heroicly.

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Esprit15 · 04-20-2012, 10:35 AM

Artemis laughs at the story a bit. "I can only imagine why."

hustlertwo · 04-20-2012, 01:42 PM

Paul shrugs.

Right, the appointment. I had actually forgotten about that. Just figured I'd give you a shot at having a night with the champ. But hey, if you're not interested in two hundred and eighty pounds of grade A Kanto beef, no problem. I'll see you later, sweet thing.

He trundles out of the building, looking for another trainer that he could battle.

Arcran · 04-20-2012, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Eshkigal

"S-sorry. Figured may as well while there's time. Didn't expect to find someone to talk to. Tell you what, if there's something you want, I'll cover it."
He rubs the back of his head awkwardly.
"And true. But spend an hour on each route of interest, and maybe something'll pop up relevant to both of us."

The waiter soon returns with your tea. "Could I get the two of you something to eat?"

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Originally Posted by IrnBruAddict

Romeo continues on, not noticing Artemis reffering to 'us' or whatever.

'I also had an Emolga egg while I was there. Unfortunately, on the boat back over here I was mugged. Some strange girl, called Lotta Ocean, wore a trouser suit with short red hair. I was escorting her about the boat when suddenly she smacked me on the back of the head. Stole that poor egg. Luckily she never noticed this one. And also lucky for me that I was a strong enough person to survive. Yes, I do live a dangerous life, but what's life without some excitement?' He throws his head back and laughs heroicly.

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"Really? A dragon?" she says, genuinely interested. She reaches out an touches the egg, with no result. "Hunh, seems like my heart isn't pure," she says, looking at you.

"Comon Jessica, let's go!" Taylor says.

"You live a dangerous life. Maybe we could train together some time, help keep you safe," she says, walking into the gym with the others.

Artemis
You get continued feelings of annoyance from Taylor. Finally Jessica decides to go into the Gym with the two of you.

It takes a few minutes, but eventually Taylor finds an open arena. There has to be at least 50 small little courts for battle. The place is packed with hundreds of trainers. Thoughts fly across the room constantly, rarely stopping. Although the area is huge, it still can't be more than half of the Gym's building.

"So rules," Taylor says, taking her spot on one side of the court. "One on one, hardcap of 10 and no digging," she says. "That fine by you?"

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Paul shrugs.

Right, the appointment. I had actually forgotten about that. Just figured I'd give you a shot at having a night with the champ. But hey, if you're not interested in two hundred and eighty pounds of grade A Kanto beef, no problem. I'll see you later, sweet thing.

He trundles out of the building, looking for another trainer that he could battle.

The woman quite literally seems sick; if you had kept talking she might have puked.

After you exit the building it doesn't take too long to find a battle. A small court is surrounded with a group of people, cheering on their pets as each tried to kill the other.

MesiDoomstalker · 04-20-2012, 03:45 PM

None for me thank you, I just ate.

IrnBruAddict · 04-20-2012, 04:46 PM

Romeo took Jessica's hand and placed the egg in it, them moved behind her. He came up close to her and took her other hand in his and closed it over the egg, making her hold it gently and tenderly.

'You just need to live with more love in your life. Love is the purest emotion a person can feel, or a pokemon can feel. Pokemon respond to love, you just have a little trouble connecting with the egg because you can't rationalise it as a pokemon yet. Treat it like you would your espeon Jewel, and it will respond to your feelings.'

Romeo glances down at Elly and Jewel. Elly was snuggling into the Espeon.

'See, love is the strongest force in to universe. I don't need to read minds when I connect to another through their heart. Listen with your soul, not your thoughts. Even if only for a brief second, love can bring two souls together closer than any other bond.'

He gently takes the egg out of her arms and steps back, before nodding sagely.

'As for your offer, I would be delighted to train with you. Unfortunately, I think your Espeon is a little stronger than my Eevee, what with it being evolved and everything. But if you had a pokemon around the same level as Elly, I'd love a battle.'

Eshkigal · 04-20-2012, 05:32 PM

"Then...then one melon to split between Sparky and Ollie, and a bacon, pidgey egg, and cheese sandwich on your...oran berry bagel for me."
He could eat on the go if need be.

Arcran · 04-20-2012, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by IrnBruAddict

Romeo took Jessica's hand and placed the egg in it, them moved behind her. He came up close to her and took her other hand in his and closed it over the egg, making her hold it gently and tenderly.

'You just need to live with more love in your life. Love is the purest emotion a person can feel, or a pokemon can feel. Pokemon respond to love, you just have a little trouble connecting with the egg because you can't rationalise it as a pokemon yet. Treat it like you would your espeon Jewel, and it will respond to your feelings.'

Romeo glances down at Elly and Jewel. Elly was snuggling into the Espeon.

'See, love is the strongest force in to universe. I don't need to read minds when I connect to another through their heart. Listen with your soul, not your thoughts. Even if only for a brief second, love can bring two souls together closer than any other bond.'

He gently takes the egg out of her arms and steps back, before nodding sagely.

'As for your offer, I would be delighted to train with you. Unfortunately, I think your Espeon is a little stronger than my Eevee, what with it being evolved and everything. But if you had a pokemon around the same level as Elly, I'd love a battle.'

The girl seems unable to speak throughout your demonstration, but she does look back at you as you oh-so-smoothly wrapped your arms around her.

"A battle?" she says as if coming out of a trance. "Right, a battle. I have a Pokemon more matching her level. Tell you what," she says, smirking at you as she crosses her arms across her chest. "If you beat me I'll show you my place tongiht. If I win, well, better luck next time," she says.

Her friend looks over at her in shock. They seem to somehow communicate, ending with Taylor looking both suprised and disgusted with her friend.

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Originally Posted by Eshkigal

"Then...then one melon to split between Sparky and Ollie, and a bacon, pidgey egg, and cheese sandwich on your...oran berry bagel for me."
He could eat on the go if need be.

"I'll be right back," the man says, taking your order and dissapearing into the restraunt. About fifteen minutes later he emerges with a plate of food. "Here you are sir," he says, setting it down in front of you. "I'll bring your check when you are ready."

The food looks good. The bagel is soft, the bacon cooked expertly, and the Pidgey egg poached. The melon seems to be fresh as well.

Esprit15 · 04-20-2012, 05:57 PM

"Sounds like a fair match to me." She shrugs her shoulder and Aquilla flies out to an empty field. Artemis follows, trying to strike up friendly conversation. Seems your friend has had a different taking to Guttermind over there than we have.

Eshkigal · 04-20-2012, 06:01 PM

Gerald splits the melon and eats quickly enough to be polite and not keep Ethan waiting too long, but slow enough to savor it. The tea was quite good as well. Meanwhile, Sparky digs into his side with gusto. Within ten minutes, he's ready to go.
"Sorry about the delay."
He leaves 300 on the table, before scooping up a backpack and putting it on the table gently. Didn't want to harm the egg, after all.
"Ready to head out?"
He straps it on awkwardly-hard with only one shoulder to keep it on, but a quick click sets it right. Sparky finishes his melon and with a thwip, drags himself up to a shoulder. Last but not least, he picks up his toolbox-a dangerous thing, that-and stands.

IrnBruAddict · 04-20-2012, 06:02 PM

Romeo puts the Egg back in it's secure spot in his briefcase before unhooking his cane from the side.

'You have a deal little lady. You know I only have Elly to pick. I've showed you mine now you show me yours.'

He spins his cane round in dramatic fashion and points it at Jessica. He tips his hat towards her and smiles.

MesiDoomstalker · 04-20-2012, 06:05 PM

Ollie happily munched on his half of the melon alongside Spraky. Alright, Ollie lets go. Ollie plops down off the table with a roll and lets out a small trumpet before falling behind Ethan's heels. To the fighting gym then?

Eshkigal · 04-20-2012, 06:14 PM

"Yeah. Human level intellect is common and they can use tools at least. A pair of hands would be useful when it comes to installation."

Arcran · 04-20-2012, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Esprit15

"Sounds like a fair match to me." She shrugs her shoulder and Aquilla flies out to an empty field. Artemis follows, trying to strike up friendly conversation. Seems your friend has had a different taking to Guttermind over there than we have.

Taylor turns back to you, apparently coming out of a trance. I don't know what's up with her. She normally won't look twice at a guy unless he's a Psychic. I don't know what's up with her. But that guy's in for a suprise, she says, chuckling aloud.

"Alright Shade, you're up!" she says, tossing out a Pokeball, a black bird popping out.

	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H	I	J
1					Aq
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You are faster.

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Originally Posted by IrnBruAddict

Romeo puts the Egg back in it's secure spot in his briefcase before unhooking his cane from the side.

'You have a deal little lady. You know I only have Elly to pick. I've showed you mine now you show me yours.'

He spins his cane round in dramatic fashion and points it at Jessica. He tips his hat towards her and smiles.

"Only if you win," she says, smiling. "Comon Meanie!" she shouts, throwing out a candle-like Pokemon.

	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H	I	J
1					El
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10					Me

You are faster.

Arcran · 04-20-2012, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Eshkigal

"Yeah. Human level intellect is common and they can use tools at least. A pair of hands would be useful when it comes to installation."

You soon find yourselves at the Fighting Dojo. Inside huge men pummel each other into submission and athletic looking women throw punches at blinding speeds. Even the Pokemon are strong and athletic looking! The two of you look fairly out of place.

One man walks over, a man so big that he looks like he ate a small child. "Whadda you guys doin here?" he mumbles in a deep, gravely voice.

Eshkigal · 04-20-2012, 06:22 PM

He's judging the lack of the arm isn't he. They always do.
"I...I was wondering which nearby route had the most fighting types on it. Looking to acquire some."
Could've been tough, but fighting smart was better any day of the week. Speed's better, anyway. He bends down and puts his toolbox down, and scans the pokemon around him. Better to not have the toolbox in hand if this guy got impolite. Blood on his shirt probably wouldn't look good.

Esprit15 · 04-20-2012, 06:23 PM

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Let me know if you need any help with that. "Okay Aquilla, Leer." As Aquilla flies toward the blackbird to get in range, Artemis scans it with her Pokédex. She liked the look of the bird, let's see if it had fighting potential.

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IrnBruAddict · 04-20-2012, 06:32 PM

Romeo scans the candle with his pokedex and chuckles.

'Now, now, now young lady. You say you'll help me train, yet you bring a ghost type to fight me when I only have a normal?' He gives her a cheeky grin. 'I should give you a spanking for that. But since I can't even hurt it I guess your amazing buttocks will remain unharmed tonight. I have no desire to have Elly needlessly hurt herself for my pride. I forefit.' He gives his cane another spin and bows while tipping his hat to her.

Arcran · 04-20-2012, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Eshkigal

He's judging the lack of the arm isn't he. They always do.
"I...I was wondering which nearby route had the most fighting types on it. Looking to acquire some."
Could've been tough, but fighting smart was better any day of the week. Speed's better, anyway. He bends down and puts his toolbox down, and scans the pokemon around him. Better to not have the toolbox in hand if this guy got impolite. Blood on his shirt probably wouldn't look good.

"Why not stay here!" the man says, gesturing behind him, his arm nearly hitting you as he does so. "We give away smashers in contests! If you win tour-na-ment you get one," the man says happily, a big stupid grin on his face. Then he apparently notices your arm for the first time. "Uhhh, we let you fight in kid tourny. 'Cause, you know," the man says, trailing off awkwardly.

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Let me know if you need any help with that. "Okay Aquilla, Leer." As Aquilla flies toward the blackbird to get in range, Artemis scans it with her Pokédex. She liked the look of the bird, let's see if it had fighting potential.

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The bird cowers slightly before the gaze, but rushes forward at some unspoken signal, a powerful strike slamming into Aquilla from the creature's beak.

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5					Aq
6					Sh
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Originally Posted by IrnBruAddict

Romeo scans the candle with his pokedex and chuckles.

'Now, now, now young lady. You say you'll help me train, yet you bring a ghost type to fight me when I only have a normal?' He gives her a cheeky grin. 'I should give you a spanking for that. But since I can't even hurt it I guess your amazing buttocks will remain unharmed tonight. I have no desire to have Elly needlessly hurt herself for my pride. I forefit.' He gives his cane another spin and bows while tipping his hat to her.

"Well that was no fun," the girl says, pouting. "At least you care for your Pokemon," she says, walking over to you. The court is soon claimed after the two of you leave. "I'm going to watch Taylor. The kid she's with might be cool," she says, walking over towards the other fight, leading you over, her Espeon trotting along at your heels.

Eshkigal · 04-20-2012, 07:12 PM

He quickly slips out of the way of the blow, hand nearly going back for the toolbox before Sparky stops him. He blinks a couple times and then goes back to his previous position.
"...Best not. Tend to get...carried away in fights with trainers. Bad times in the past."
He knows the man's looking at his arm. Always the arm...
"Maybe we could meet some of the pokemon though? Any issue with that Ethan?"

IrnBruAddict · 04-20-2012, 07:19 PM

'I do care for her. I told you, love isn't something measured by science, or controlled by psychics. It's the essence of the universe. The eternal truth, beyond philosophy, religion or science. Who knows, if I challenge you again tomorrow, maybe I'll win and teach you that.'

Romeo scans the murkrow that Taylor is using.

Esprit15 · 04-20-2012, 07:21 PM

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"Watch it, Aquilla! Hit him back!" Aquilla flies back before divebombing the other bird, ending some ways back.

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Arcran · 04-20-2012, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Eshkigal

He quickly slips out of the way of the blow, hand nearly going back for the toolbox before Sparky stops him. He blinks a couple times and then goes back to his previous position.
"...Best not. Tend to get...carried away in fights with trainers. Bad times in the past."
He knows the man's looking at his arm. Always the arm...
"Maybe we could meet some of the pokemon though? Any issue with that Ethan?"

"OK little guy," the man says, patting your shoulder. "I'll show you my Pokemon. Comon Chubman!" the man says, spiking a Pokeball. A large Pokemon that Ethan is able to identify as Hariyama comes out. It lunges at the two of you, fist aimed to strike.
"NO CHUBMAN! THEY"RE NICE TRAINERS!" The Hariyama's blow stops just short of the two of you. "He's a big one. They have little ones like him that you can win," he says.